1:1 SEND & Autism Support Teaching Assistant

Aspire People; Trafford; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Aspire People are recruiting an experienced Teaching Assistant to provide 1:1 support to a primary-aged pupil with additional needs. This role is based in a UK primary school, requires safeguarding awareness and a calm, patient approach, and offers long-term opportunities.

Ideal candidates will have UK school-based SEND experience and familiarity with autism or non-verbal communication challenges, with strong communication and teamwork skills to work with the SENCO and classroom staff.

Qualifications

• Previous UK school-based experience supporting pupils with SEND.
• Experience supporting children with autism is highly desirable.
• Experience with communication difficulties or non-verbal pupils would be advantageous.
• Calm, patient and consistent approach.
• Confident managing challenging or distressed behaviour.
• Strong understanding of safeguarding.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Able to commit to a long-term placement.

Responsibilities

• Providing dedicated 1:1 support to a pupil with SEND
• Supporting access to classroom learning and the wider curriculum
• Using appropriate strategies to support communication and engagement
• Supporting emotional regulation and positive behaviour
• Helping the pupil develop independence and confidence
• Supporting transitions throughout the school day
• Adapting activities to meet individual needs
• Working closely with the class teacher and SENCO
• Monitoring progress and feeding back to school staff
• Supporting inclusion within the wider classroom environment

Skills

1:1 support

SEND experience

communication skills

calm patient

safeguarding

classroom support

relationship-building

long-term commitment

Job description

Aspire People are recruiting an experienced Teaching Assistant to provide 1:1 support to a primary-aged pupil with additional needs. This role is based in a UK primary school, requires safeguarding awareness and a calm, patient approach, and offers long-term opportunities.

Ideal candidates will have UK school-based SEND experience and familiarity with autism or non-verbal communication challenges, with strong communication and teamwork skills to work with the SENCO and classroom staff.