Teaching Assistant - Key Stage 1 (ASC Provision)
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- England,North West,Lancashire,Chorley
- Full Time, Temporary
- £102.89 - £115.89 per day
Job Description:
Full job descriptionTeaching Assistant - Key Stage 1 (ASC Provision)*Location:Specialist Independent Provision (UK)
*Position: Teaching Assistant (Key Stage 1 / Ages 5-7 group)
*Contract Type: Full-Time / Permanent (Immediate Start)
*Salary: £102.89 - £115.89 per day
About UsTradewid are working with an independent specialist school within Chorley who are dedicated to young people aged 6 - 19 who have mild, moderate and severe autism and associated complex learning needs, we pride ourselves on creating a warm, safe, and empowering environment.We specialise in supporting pupils to develop essential life strategies, independence, and strong social and communication skills.
We are currently looking for a proactive and empathetic Teaching Assistant to their primary Key Stage 1 (KS1) team on an immediate, as-soon-as-possible basis.
Key Responsibilities*Targeted Support: Provide 1:1 and small group support to children within the KS1 age group diagnosed with Autistic Spectrum Condition (ASC).
*Curriculum & Environment Adaptation: Assist the teacher in delivering a tailored curriculum, setting up sensory-friendly zones, and utilising visual communication tools (e.g., PECS, schedules).
*Behavioural & Emotional Support: Use positive behaviour support strategies to help pupils regulate, manage anxiety, and navigate sensory overload calmly.
*Progress Tracking: Record daily observations regarding academic, social, and communication milestones to feed into Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) targets.
*Collaborative Teamwork: Work alongside multidisciplinary teams, including Speech and Language Therapists and Occupational Therapists, to ensure holistic student development.
Person Specification*Experience: Previous experience supporting children or young people with special educational needs (SEN), specifically Autism (ASC), within a school or care setting.
*Knowledge: Familiarity with autism-specific strategies, sensory processing needs, and alternative communication methods.
*Attributes: High emotional resilience, patience, a calm approach under pressure, and a passion for inclusive education.
*Compliance: Must hold a valid Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check (or be willing to process one immediately) and be available to start straight away.
How to Apply: Click ’Apply Now’ to be considered for this rewarding role in Chorley, or contact Christina Grindy at Tradewind Recruitment:*Phone:
*Email:
*Position: Teaching Assistant (Key Stage 1 / Ages 5-7 group)
*Contract Type: Full-Time / Permanent (Immediate Start)
*Salary: £102.89 - £115.89 per day
About UsTradewid are working with an independent specialist school within Chorley who are dedicated to young people aged 6 - 19 who have mild, moderate and severe autism and associated complex learning needs, we pride ourselves on creating a warm, safe, and empowering environment.We specialise in supporting pupils to develop essential life strategies, independence, and strong social and communication skills.
We are currently looking for a proactive and empathetic Teaching Assistant to their primary Key Stage 1 (KS1) team on an immediate, as-soon-as-possible basis.
Key Responsibilities*Targeted Support: Provide 1:1 and small group support to children within the KS1 age group diagnosed with Autistic Spectrum Condition (ASC).
*Curriculum & Environment Adaptation: Assist the teacher in delivering a tailored curriculum, setting up sensory-friendly zones, and utilising visual communication tools (e.g., PECS, schedules).
*Behavioural & Emotional Support: Use positive behaviour support strategies to help pupils regulate, manage anxiety, and navigate sensory overload calmly.
*Progress Tracking: Record daily observations regarding academic, social, and communication milestones to feed into Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) targets.
*Collaborative Teamwork: Work alongside multidisciplinary teams, including Speech and Language Therapists and Occupational Therapists, to ensure holistic student development.
Person Specification*Experience: Previous experience supporting children or young people with special educational needs (SEN), specifically Autism (ASC), within a school or care setting.
*Knowledge: Familiarity with autism-specific strategies, sensory processing needs, and alternative communication methods.
*Attributes: High emotional resilience, patience, a calm approach under pressure, and a passion for inclusive education.
*Compliance: Must hold a valid Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check (or be willing to process one immediately) and be available to start straight away.
How to Apply: Click ’Apply Now’ to be considered for this rewarding role in Chorley, or contact Christina Grindy at Tradewind Recruitment:*Phone:
*Email:
Job number 4077669
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Industry: Education
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