Teaching Assistant

Job Description

In 2024, teaching assistant (TA) roles will still rank among the top employment abroad, providing fulfilling chances for individuals who are enthusiastic about education and changing the lives of kids.The need for trained teaching assistants (TAs) is still great in a variety of contexts, including schools, colleges, and universities, as educational institutions throughout the world place a strong priority on student support and academic performance.

Who we are:

The National Autistic Society is the UK’s leading charity for autistic people. Since 1962, we’ve been transforming lives, changing attitudes and helping to create a society that works for autistic adults and children.

We transform lives by providing support, guidance and practical advice for the 700,000 autistic adults and children in the UK, as well as their three million family members and carers. Autistic people turn to us at key moments or challenging times in their lives, be it getting a diagnosis, going to school or finding work.

We change attitudes by improving public understanding of autism and the difficulties many autistic people face. We also work closely with businesses, local authorities and government to help them provide more autism-friendly spaces, deliver better services and improve laws.

We have come a long way but it is not good enough. There is still so much to do to increase opportunities, reduce social isolation and build a brighter future for people on the spectrum. With your help, we can make it happen.

What we can offer you:

• Excellent induction, training and development programme
• Online staff discount scheme for a range of benefits
• Access to a 24-hour employee assistance programme

Who we are looking for in Teaching Assistants

Educational institutions usually look for people who have a mix of traits and abilities that allow them to assist teachers and students in the classroom as teaching assistants.

Similarly, we are looking for individuals who have a passion to work in an organisation that specialises in autism, supporting autistic children and adults on the autism spectrum to live the lives they choose. This role is based in our school, the main part of your role will be to support our pupils during the day.

Hence, educational institutions may guarantee that their teaching assistants are prepared to significantly contribute to the achievement and well-being of both instructors and students by looking for people who exhibit these attributes.

Your qualities:

Here are some qualities that are often associated with teaching assistant:

• Patient, inspiring, caring and sensitive towards the needs of vulnerable people
• Good listener, able to report and record information accurately
• Team player and able to work independently with little support as required
• Resilient, able to work proactively with challenging behaviour
• Willing and able to provide personal care to individuals as required
• Individuals who value diversity, health and safety and are committed to safe working practice

You may also have

• a personal connection to autism or a desire to work with people with autism
• real life experience supporting autistic adults or children with autism in a paid or voluntary capacity

When providing a supporting statement, please refer to the job description and person specification and include any information that shows your suitability for the role.

Applications for this job are sought from anyone who is suitably qualified and experienced for the role but particularly welcome from those with a diagnosis of autism.

The National Autistic Society is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and adults who use our services and as such expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to complete the relevant safeguarding checks.