ASD Teaching assistant

Axcis Education Recruitment; Leeds; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An education recruitment agency is looking for a committed ASD Teaching Assistant to provide 1:1 support to a child with autism spectrum disorder in a supportive primary school environment. This full-time position requires empathy, SEND experience, and a proactive approach to help children with additional needs thrive. Competitive daily pay starts from £90. A valid enhanced DBS is essential for this role.

Benefits

Competitive daily pay rates

Dedicated consultant support

Access to free CPD training

Qualifications

• Experience with children on the Autism Spectrum is ideal.
• Must have a valid enhanced DBS (Child & Adult Workforce).
• Proactive approach to behaviour support.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored 1:1 support to a child with ASD.
• Assist with classroom tasks and communication.
• Implement strategies in line with the child’s EHCP.
• Work closely with the class teacher and support team.

Skills

SEND experience

Empathy

Patience

Strong communication

Team-working skills

Job description

Overview

Location: LS28 • Pay: From £90 per day (depending on experience) • Contract Type: Agency, Term-Time Only

Axcis Education is working with a fantastic primary school seeking a committed and compassionate ASD Teaching Assistant to work 1:1 with a child with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). This is a full-time, term-time role ideal for someone passionate about making a real difference in the lives of children with additional needs.

Responsibilities

• Providing tailored 1:1 support to a primary-aged child with ASD
• Assisting with classroom tasks, communication, and emotional regulation
• Implementing strategies and routines in line with the child’s EHCP
• Working closely with the class teacher, SENCO, and wider support team

Requirements

• SEND experience, ideally with children on the Autism Spectrum
• A valid enhanced DBS (Child & Adult Workforce) registered on the update service – essential
• Empathy, patience, and a proactive approach to behaviour support
• Strong communication and team-working skills

About the School

You’ll be joining a warm and welcoming primary school with a strong commitment to inclusive education. Staff benefit from excellent resources, a well-established SEND department, and a positive, collaborative working environment.

Why Axcis?

As proud sponsors of the National Autistic Society and other leading SEND organisations, Axcis Education takes its duty of care to the profession seriously. We work to place qualified support staff in our partnered schools.

We Offer

• Competitive daily pay rates starting from £90 (depending on experience)
• A dedicated consultant to support you throughout your placement
• Access to free CPD training and professional development

If you are interested, please click the apply button and contact Jessica Tierney on 0151 459 9299 | Ext: 3029.

If you are not interested but know someone who might, we offer £50 in shopping vouchers if you refer a friend and we place them in the job.

For more details, contact your local Axcis office.

This is a temporary position, unless stated otherwise. Axcis is an equal opportunities employer and we do not discriminate based on age, gender, disability, race or any other equal opportunities criteria. The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. You will be required to provide an up to date DBS, or be prepared to allow Axcis to process one on your behalf, in addition to other mandatory compliance checks in line with the DfE guidelines (for details please see our website).

If the position involves working with children or vulnerable adults, this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.

Axcis Education is an employment agency offering temporary supply work for daily, short-term and long-term assignments in addition to permanent positions. You must be suitably qualified for the position advertised and be prepared to attend a face to face interview with Axcis to demonstrate your suitability for this role. Salary / Pay Rate will be dependent on your skills and experience.

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Contact: Jessica Tierney

Telephone: [phone] | Ext: 3029