ASC Specialist Teaching Assistant

Teaching Personnel; Northampton; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A primary school in Northampton is seeking a dedicated 1:1 ASC Specialist Teaching Assistant to provide tailored support to a pupil with autism. The role involves collaboration with teachers and specialists to enhance the pupil's learning experience and emotional well-being. Applicants should possess relevant experience and qualifications, demonstrating a calm and empathetic approach.

Benefits

FREE child protection and prevent duty training

Qualifications

• Previous experience supporting children with ASC is essential.
• Relevant qualifications such as SEN training are desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide personalised 1:1 support to a pupil with ASC.
• Implement structured routines and strategies to promote independence.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Patience

Education

Level 2/3 in Supporting Teaching and Learning

Tools

PECs

Visual Timetables

Job description

have the patience, empathy, and passion to help a young learner thrive in a mainstream classroom setting? We’re looking for a committed and knowledgeable 1:1 ASC Specialist Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school in Northampton.

Position: 1:1 ASC Specialist Teaching Assistant
Location: Northampton
Salary: Competitive, based on experience

About the Role:

This rewarding role involves providing dedicated 1:1 support to a pupil with ASC, helping them to feel safe, understood, and included within the classroom environment. You’ll work closely with the SENCO, class teacher, and external specialists to tailor support to the child’s individual needs—focusing on communication, routine, sensory processing, and emotional regulation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide personalised 1:1 support to a pupil with ASC
• Implement structured routines and consistent strategies that promote independence and reduce anxiety
• Support the pupil’s communication, social interaction, and engagement in learning
• Work collaboratively with the teaching team and external professionals
• Maintain detailed records of progress, triggers, and successful interventions

About You:

• Previous experience supporting children with ASC (essential)
• Knowledge of autism-specific strategies such as visual timetables, PECs, or sensory regulation techniques
• Calm, empathetic, and patient approach to learning and behaviour management
• Excellent communication skills and ability to build trust with both the pupil and their family
• Relevant qualifications (e.g., Level 2/3 in Supporting Teaching and Learning, SEN training) are desirable

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.

If you’re passionate about supporting children with ASC and committed to inclusive education, we want to hear from you!

To Apply: Please send your CV and a short cover letter to [email address] or contact us on [phone number] for more information.

Be the difference in a child’s educational journey as a 1:1 ASC Specialist Teaching Assistant in Northampton!

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.