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Due to the continued increase in student role and expansion of the school provision, we are currently looking for a Teaching Assistant to join this NAS accredited specialist team to create better outcomes and life chances for students in their preparation for adult life. This independent Special day school which provides a highly specialist learning environment for students aged 6 to 19 who have a range of MLD and SLD needs including autism spectrum disorders, ADHD and associated difficulties, who require an individualised, specialist approach. Many of our students have complex medical needs and sensory/ physical impairments. Our students are supported to manage sensory overload, anxiety, low self-esteem, low confidence, and difficulty with transitions which is often demonstrative through their behaviours. This is a well resourced school with exceptional facilities and therapeutic team.
Job Responsibility:
Be crucial in supporting students with their learning, development and progress in all areas of the curriculum within a range of learning contexts including the classroom, the local environment and within the community
Help young people with a range of needs, including PMLD, complex medical conditions and autism to achieve their educational and personal goals
Support an environment that fosters equality, diversity and the rights of all young people to be seen as learners and be treated with respect
Place an emphasis on support and empowerment of young people
Develop a greater understanding of Special Education issues
the values of Aurora and demonstrate these in all aspects of the role
Provide high quality support in all aspects of the role
The role may require participation in physical intervention and personal care routines
Requirements:
Willing and able to work towards getting formal qualifications, attend training and to take responsibility for your own development
Passionate and show compassion for children and young people with additional needs
Ambitious and determined to overcome barriers to learning
A lover of the outdoor and community learning
Capable of having a vision to see potential rather than disability
Committed fully to our safeguarding values and procedures
Proactive, rather than reactive
Creative thinkers with solution focus
Able to work supportively as a team member and confidentially when working independently
Excellent communication skills
Able to understand and deliver effective education and support in line with identified needs
Educated to at least level 2 (or equivalent) Maths and English