ASD Specialist LSA – Secondary School Support (Aberdare)

TeacherActive Ltd; Aberdare; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Market-leading pay

CPD courses via My-Progression

24/7 onboarding support

Referral scheme £100

Job summary

TeacherActive is recruiting a Learning Support Assistant for an ASD Specialist Resource Base at a mainstream secondary school in Aberdare. The role is temporary until February half term 2027, starting ASAP, supporting secondary pupils with ASD and ALN needs in a 1:1 and small-group setting.

You will work closely with teachers and the ALN team to adapt learning activities, promote positive behaviour, and create an inclusive learning environment.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children or young people with ASD and additional learning needs.
• Prior SRB, ALN provision or secondary school experience is desirable.
• Patient, nurturing and understanding approach to supporting pupils.
• Strong behaviour management and de-escalation skills.
• Ability to adapt activities to meet individual pupil needs and work in 1:1 or small groups.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils individually and in small groups within the SRB.
• Assist teaching staff and ALN team to provide tailored learning support.
• Encourage independence, promote positive behaviour and inclusive learning.
• Help adapt learning activities to meet each pupil's needs and monitor progress.

Skills

ASD experience

SRB/ALN experience

Behaviour management

1:1 & small groups

Differentiation

Communication skills

Patient & nurturing

Job description

TeacherActive is recruiting a Learning Support Assistant for an ASD Specialist Resource Base at a mainstream secondary school in Aberdare. The role is temporary until February half term 2027, starting ASAP, supporting secondary pupils with ASD and ALN needs in a 1:1 and small-group setting.

You will work closely with teachers and the ALN team to adapt learning activities, promote positive behaviour, and create an inclusive learning environment.