Our team at Ortus Recruitment are dedicated to securing high-quality educators with long-term and full-time roles within Ofsted rated ‘Good‘ and ‘Outstanding‘ primary schools in their local area. We are currently looking for a KS2 Teaching Assistant to provide support in our client primary school in Barnet.

Job Specification:

-KS2 SEN Teaching Assistant

-Supporting children 1:1 with Autism

-Term-time only

-Monday – Friday (8:30am – 4pm)

-Located in Barnet

You will be expected to be a support pupils in a KS2 class that have varying degrees of Autism. You will need to support them with their academic, social and emotional development as well as incorporating effective strategies and interventions to manage behaviour and build up positive relationships.

This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a friendly and supportive environment and make a real difference to the children’s learning. The ideal candidate will have previous experience working with young people, a good understanding of the national curriculum and strong communication skills.

The role will include:

• Assisting the teacher in maintaining classroom discipline and providing feedback to students regarding classroom management
• Assisting the teacher with implementing lesson plans and supporting the teacher in lesson planning
• Leading interventions in small groups to raise attainment and reach set targets
• Maintaining classroom supplies including paper, markers, crayons, pens, glue sticks, markers, books, etc.
• Communicating with parents regarding their child’s progress in a timely manner

Benefits of working with Ortus Recruitment:

• £85 – £105 daily rate (PAYE, NO UMBRELLA COMPANY FEES)
• Opportunities for training and CPD courses to enhance skillset
• Potential to secure permanent contract after 20 working weeks
• Potential to be placed on teacher training programme
• Generous referral scheme
• Continuous support/advice from specialist consultants

Ortus Recruitment is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All candidates applying to posts through Ortus Recruitment must undertake or have undertaken the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) application form.

If you are looking for an exciting new challenge, then this is the perfect role for you. So apply today to be considered for the next stage!