ASD Teaching Assistant

Teaching Personnel Ltd.; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Supportive consultant

Long-term role

Job summary

Teaching Personnel Ltd. in Blackburn is seeking a dedicated 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant to support a pupil with ASD in a full-time capacity starting January. You will assist learning inside and outside the classroom and implement tailored strategies to meet individual needs.

The role offers a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in a supportive school environment, with ongoing consultant support and potential for a long-term position.

Qualifications

• Previous experience supporting children with SEN, particularly ASD.
• Patient, caring, and resilient approach.
• Strong behaviour management and communication skills.
• Ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff.
• Genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs.
• TA qualifications desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide dedicated 1:1 support for a pupil with ASD.
• Support learning both inside and outside the classroom.
• Implement tailored strategies to meet the child's individual needs.
• Encourage positive engagement, communication, and independence.
• Work closely with the class teacher, SENCO, and other professionals.
• Foster a safe, nurturing, and inclusive learning environment.

Skills

SEN support

ASD experience

Behaviour management

Communication skills

Relationship building

Education

Teaching Assistant qualifications

Job description

1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant (ASD) - Full Time

Blackburn | January Start

Are you a compassionate and dedicated Teaching Assistant with experience supporting children with additional needs? A welcoming primary school in Blackburn is seeking a full-time 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant to support a pupil with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) from January.

This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference to a child's educational journey, helping them to develop academically, socially, and emotionally within a supportive school environment.

The Role:

• Provide dedicated 1:1 support for a pupil with ASD
• Support learning both inside and outside the classroom
• Implement tailored strategies to meet the child's individual needs
• Encourage positive engagement, communication, and independence
• Work closely with the class teacher, SENCO, and other professionals
• Foster a safe, nurturing, and inclusive learning environment

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• Previous experience supporting children with SEN, particularly ASD
• A patient, caring, and resilient approach
• Strong behaviour management and communication skills
• The ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff
• A genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs
• Relevant TA qualifications are desirable but not essential

What We Offer:

• Competitive rates of pay
• Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant
• Opportunity to work within a supportive and welcoming primary school
• Valuable experience in a rewarding SEN role
• Potential for a long-term position

If you are passionate about helping children with additional needs achieve their full potential and are looking for a rewarding full-time role in Blackburn starting in January, we would love to hear from you.