Job ID: M-U-6789 - TEACHING ASSISTANT – Part time

Application RequirementsAll applicants must complete a full TES profile and application form. CVs will not be accepted under any circumstances. Incomplete applications will not be shortlisted. You must provide a continuous employment history from leaving school to the present, with clear explanations for all gaps.Salary: FTE £32,442 – £33,384 (Actual salary approx £10,410 pro rata)Drumbeat School and ASD ServicePart time Teaching Assistant1 x Monday and Friday (13hrs) Our Brockley Site1 x Monday and Friday (13hrs) Our Downham Site1 x Monday and Tuesday or Thursday and Friday (13hrs) Our Downham SiteWorking pattern: 830 am – 345pm; Term time only plus 5 INSET days (39 Weeks)DBS check: Enhanced DBSLocation: LewishamAbout Drumbeat School Drumbeat School is a sector leading specialist provision for children and young people aged 4–19 diagnosed with Autism. We are committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment where every pupil can thrive. About the role As part of a class-based team you will need to be energetic, enthusiastic and creative as well as resilient with a significant sense of fun. You will work within a class team collaborating with teachers, therapists and other Autism specialists to create an engaging, inclusive learning environment where every student can succeed. This is a challenging role, but incredibly rewarding as part of a team which works together to make a real difference to the lives of our children with Autism Key Responsibilities Use specialist skills and experience to support pupils with Autism Build strong relationships with pupils, parents and carers to enable them to thrive Provide visual support, structured activities, and clear routines Assist with the implementation of Educational Health Care Plans (EHCPs) Encourage independence and reward achievement of self-reliance Monitor pupil progress, achievement, and development Support teachers with lesson planning, evaluation, and record-keeping Liaise with parents/carers and other professionals as required Support the use of ICT and practical resources in learning activities Support pupils during out-of-school activities, visits, and trips Why join Drumbeat School? We place the outcomes of the pupils and young adults in our services at the heart of everything we do, so you’ll wake every day in the knowledge that your role will have a significant positive impact on the lives of others. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS. Benefits Your health and wellbeing are important to us, so you’ll get an exceptional reward package including but not limited to: £110 towards new glasses, annually £110 towards routine dental treatment, annually £200 towards complementary therapies such as physiotherapy, osteopathy and chiropractic adjustments, annually £100 towards alternative therapies such as reflexology, homeopathy and Indian head massage, annually Up to 8 face to face counselling sessions, annually 24/7 Employee Support Service Discounted gym membership Access to virtual GP And many other benefits, including benefits for up to four dependent children. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume