Job Advert: SEN Teaching Assistant - Islington
Tradewind are seeking a dedicated and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant to join our team in Islington. This full-time position involves working 1:1 with a child who has Autism and is non-verbal, starting at the beginning of October.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide tailored support to a child with Autism in a mainstream classroom.
- Assist the child in communicating through PECS (Picture Exchange Communication System) cards.
- Foster a positive, inclusive, and supportive learning environment.
- Work closely with teachers, therapists, and parents to ensure the child's individual needs are met.
- Adapt learning materials and activities to suit the child's communication and learning style.
Requirements:
- Previous experience working with children with Autism, particularly non-verbal children.
- Familiarity with PECS and other communication systems is essential.
- Patience, empathy, and excellent communication skills.
- Ability to work full-time starting in October.
If you are passionate about supporting children with special educational needs and have the relevant experience, we would love to hear from you! Please submit your CV today. Experience required.