ASD Teaching assistant

Axcis Education; Surrey Heath; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Referral incentive £50 shoppingVoucher

Ongoing professional development

Job summary

Axcis Education in Walton, Surrey is seeking an ASD Teaching Assistant to support the specialist classroom team, delivering individualized education for students with autism. The role runs 8:00 am–3:30 pm, Monday to Friday, in a compassionate, structured setting.

You will implement evidence-based strategies, monitor progress, and collaborate with the teaching team to support inclusive learning and pupil wellbeing.

Qualifications

• GCSEs (or equivalent) – minimum grade C/4 in English and Maths.
• 1 year+ relevant experience supporting learners with ASD in school or therapeutic setting.
• Knowledge of autism-specific interventions (TEACCH, ABA, sensory integration).
• Strong communication, teamwork and organisational abilities.
• DBS clearance (or ability to obtain).

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and small-group support to students with ASD, reinforcing instruction and learning plans.
• Assist lead teacher in preparing materials, adapting resources and implementing visual schedules, social stories, and sensory accommodations.
• Monitor student progress, record observations, and communicate data to the teaching team and external specialists.
• Promote positive behaviour through consistent reinforcement and de-escalation strategies.
• Facilitate inclusive activities, encouraging peer interaction and social skill development.
• Ensure classroom environment complies with health, safety, and safeguarding policies.

Skills

GCSEs English/Maths C/4

ASD support experience

Autism interventions TEACCH ABA SI

Communication & teamwork

DBS clearance

Education

Level 2/3 Certificate in Supporting Children with Special Educational Needs

Job description

Job Title: ASD Teaching Assistant

Location: Walton, Surrey

Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent (8:00?am – 3:30?pm, Monday-Friday)

Salary: Competitive, paid to scale

Position Overview We are seeking a dedicated ASD (Autism Spectrum Disorder) Teaching Assistant to support the specialist classroom team in delivering high-quality, individualized education to students with autism. The role requires a compassionate, organized professional who can foster a supportive learning environment while implementing evidence-based strategies.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and small-group support to students with ASD, reinforcing classroom instruction and individualized learning plans.
• Assist the lead teacher in preparing materials, adapting resources, and implementing visual schedules, social stories, and sensory accommodations.
• Monitor student progress, record observations, and communicate relevant data to the teaching team and external specialists.
• Promote positive behaviour through consistent reinforcement techniques and de-escalation strategies.
• Facilitate inclusive activities, encouraging peer interaction and social skill development.
• Ensure the classroom environment complies with health, safety, and safeguarding policies.

Essential Qualifications & Skills

• GCSEs (or equivalent) – minimum grade C/4 in English and Maths.
• Relevant experience (minimum 1?year) supporting learners with ASD in a school or therapeutic setting.
• Knowledge of autism-specific interventions (e.g., TEACCH, ABA, sensory integration).
• Strong communication, teamwork, and organisational abilities.
• DBS clearance (or ability to obtain).

Desirable

• Level 2/3 Certificate in Supporting Children with Special Educational Needs.
• First-Aid or Safeguarding training.

What We Offer

• Salary aligned to national teaching scales.
• Ongoing professional development and training in ASD best practices.
• Supportive multidisciplinary team and a positive school culture.

If you are not interested in this role but know someone else who might be, don't forget that we offer £50 in shopping vouchers if you refer a friend to us and we place them in the job. For more details, contact your local Axcis office.

Axcis is an equal opportunities employer and as such 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. As such, 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 you are applying for involves working with children or vulnerable adults, this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.

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.