Special Needs Teaching Assistant (NVQ3) - Autism & Makaton

Greatoakscollege; Sunbury-on-Thames; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An independent college in Sunbury-on-Thames is seeking a Teaching Assistant to support students aged 19-25 with various learning difficulties. The ideal candidate will have an NVQ3 in a relevant subject, experience in a special college, and familiarity with Makaton signing. This role offers a fixed salary and benefits including an employee assistance program and access to private healthcare. Applications should clearly address how candidates meet the person specification.

Benefits

Employee assistance programme

Access to Private Doctors and Nurses 24/7

Daily staff breakfasts

Qualifications

• Must have an NVQ3 in a relevant subject.
• Experience in a special college or specialist school is essential.
• Familiarity with Makaton signing and symbols for communication is needed.
• Experience working with students with autism and complex needs is essential.

Responsibilities

• Support students aged 19-25 with learning difficulties.
• Ensure students make outstanding progress.
• Assist in the application of skills outlined in the person specification.

Skills

NVQ3 in a relevant subject

Familiarity with Makaton signing

Experience working with students with autism

Experience in a special college or specialist school

Job description

An independent college in Sunbury-on-Thames is seeking a Teaching Assistant to support students aged 19-25 with various learning difficulties. The ideal candidate will have an NVQ3 in a relevant subject, experience in a special college, and familiarity with Makaton signing. This role offers a fixed salary and benefits including an employee assistance program and access to private healthcare. Applications should clearly address how candidates meet the person specification.