1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant – Year 3 Autism Support

Teaching Personnel Ltd.; Stretford; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Specialist SEND training

Dedicated Education Consultant

Timesheet management

Career progression in SEND education

Job summary

Teaching Personnel is partnering with a welcoming primary school in Irlam to recruit a dedicated 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant to support a Year 3 pupil with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) on a full-time basis from November 2026.

Role involves supporting the pupil's academic progress, social development and wellbeing, within a nurturing learning environment and alongside a collaborative team.

Qualifications

• Have experience supporting children with autism and additional learning needs.
• Demonstrate a calm, patient and empathetic approach.
• Possess strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Be able to adapt support strategies to meet changing needs.
• Have a genuine passion for supporting children with SEND.
• Hold GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths.
• Have a good understanding of safeguarding responsibilities within an educational setting.
• Hold Level 2 Safeguarding training or be willing to complete relevant training.

Responsibilities

• Provide dedicated 1:1 support for a pupil with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC).
• Support the pupil's engagement in classroom activities and learning opportunities.
• Implement strategies and interventions advised by the SENCO and external professionals.
• Encourage the development of communication, social interaction and emotional regulation skills.
• Support the pupil in developing independence, confidence and self-esteem.
• Adapt learning resources and activities to meet individual needs.
• Monitor progress and provide regular feedback to teaching staff.
• Build positive and trusting relationships with the pupil, family members and school staff.
• Promote a safe, inclusive and supportive learning environment at all times.

Job description

Teaching Personnel is partnering with a welcoming primary school in Irlam to recruit a dedicated 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant to support a Year 3 pupil with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) on a full-time basis from November 2026.

Role involves supporting the pupil's academic progress, social development and wellbeing, within a nurturing learning environment and alongside a collaborative team.