Teaching Assistant

Permanent/Full Time 37 per week term time only

Who we and our customers are
We are the leading UK charity for around 700,000 people with autism and their families. We provide information, support and pioneering services, and campaign for a better world for people with autism. We are proud of the difference we make.

Who we are looking for
We are looking for a number of full-time teaching assistants to join our team of highly dedicated, flexible and experienced people, who deliver outstanding education.

As a Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Support our students within the classroom and various community settings to achieve positive and meaningful outcomes in their education and to promote independence;
• Possess a relevant Level 3 qualification, GCSE Maths and English (Grades A-C) or equivalent;
• Have previous experience of supporting young people with Autism Spectrum Disorders or other complex needs including, PDA, OCD and ADHD is desirable along with knowledge of the impact on learning of complex needs and ASD.

Successful applicants are required to undertake an enhanced DBS disclosure which will also include a check against the Barred Lists. Disclosure expense will be met by the National Autistic Society.

For an informal discussion or more information about this role please contact Lorraine Dormand, Assistant Head of School on 01709 874443 or lorraine.dormand@nas.org.uk.

What we can offer you
We offer excellent training opportunities, pension scheme, discount scheme with major retailers and the equivalent of up to 33 days annual leave (rising to 35 days after five years service). Please note that paid holiday entitlement is pro rata for term time workers on the basis of weeks worked. An extra three days leave are awarded in the 'anniversary years' of service from ten years onwards (i.e. 10, 15, 20 years), taking holiday entitlement to 38 days for that year.

How to apply

• To apply for this job, please visit our website www.autism.org.uk/jobs to download and complete the application form. When completing the supporting statement, please refer to the job description and person specification and highlight any information that shows why you are suitable for the role. Please include the job reference (ROS026) as this will ensure that you are considered for the right position.
• Send your completed application to ROS.Recruitment@nas.org.uk or post it to The NAS Robert Ogden School, Clayton Lane, Thurnscoe, South Yorkshire, S63 0BG.

If you have any questions about the application process, please contact Julie Parry, HR Administrator on 01709 874443 or email ROS.Recruitment@nas.org.uk.

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 or Asperger syndrome.

The NAS 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.

Closing Date: 26th August 2014    
Shortlisting Date: 28th August 2014
Interview Dates: Week commencing 8th September 2014

Charity number 269425 (England and Wales); SC039427 (Scotland)

We are an equal opportunities employer

Ref: ROS026