ASD Learning Support Assistant

Protocol Education Ltd; North East; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education provider is seeking an ASD Learning Support Assistant in Newcastle. In this role, you will provide essential one-to-one support to children with Autism Spectrum Disorder while fostering an inclusive classroom environment. The position emphasizes building meaningful relationships, aiding children's emotional growth, and offering proactive support in their learning journeys.

Benefits

Weekly PAYE pay—no hidden fees

Free CPD, including specialist autism and communication training

Personalised support from a consultant who understands SEND

Opportunities for long-term development and career progression

£50 referral reward if you recommend someone we place

Qualifications

• Ability to build strong, trusting relationships with children needing one-to-one support.
• Experience in a supportive educational role preferred.
• Clear communication and a proactive, positive attitude are essential.

Responsibilities

• Providing calm, consistent one-to-one support to a child with ASD.
• Assisting with classroom routines, supporting learning for the entire class.
• Helping children develop emotional regulation, confidence, and communication skills.

Skills

Patience

Empathy

Communication

Emotional regulation

Confidence

Education

Experience working with children with ASD

Job description

Job Title: ASD Learning Support Assistant
Location: Newcastle
Salary: £85–£100 per day (dependent on experience and qualifications)
Contract: Full-time, Long-Term

Looking for a role where you can build meaningful relationships and help children thrive both one-to-one and in the classroom?

We’re looking for an ASD Learning Support Assistant to join a specialist school in Newcastle, supporting children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). This is more than a classroom role—it’s about being that trusted person a pupil can rely on, while also having the confidence to support the flow of learning across the wider classroom when needed.

This school is built on relationships, kindness, and teamwork. Every child is seen as an individual with their own needs and strengths. You’ll work closely with pupils who need consistent, patient one-to-one guidance—and you’ll also support the teaching team to create an inclusive, engaging classroom environment where every child can feel part of the group.

What you’ll be doing:

• Providing calm, consistent one-to-one support to a child with ASD, both in and outside of lessons

• Assisting with classroom routines, supporting learning for the whole class as needed

• Helping children develop emotional regulation, confidence, and communication skills

• Encouraging positive choices and celebrating progress—big or small

• Working closely with teachers, therapists, and families to ensure tailored, joined-up support

We’re looking for someone who brings patience, empathy, and confidence to everything they do. You’ll need the ability to build strong, trusting relationships with children, particularly those who need steady, consistent one-to-one support. Just as importantly, you’ll be confident stepping into the wider classroom, helping the whole group engage with learning and feel supported. Experience working with children with ASD is important, but what really matters is your ability to stay calm under pressure, communicate clearly, and bring a proactive, positive attitude to every part of the school day.

What’s in it for you?

• Weekly PAYE pay—no hidden fees

• Free CPD, including specialist autism and communication training

• Personalised support from a consultant who understands SEND

• Opportunities for long-term development and career progression

• £50 referral reward if you recommend someone we place

If you’re ready to help children grow in confidence and be part of something that makes a real difference—we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now or get in touch to find out more.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further 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.

Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the 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 FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.

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