ASD Teaching Assistant (Primary)

GSL Education; Sunderland; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

GSL Education is seeking a dedicated ASD Teaching Assistant in Sunderland. The role involves supporting primary-aged children with Autism in their learning journey, providing tailored support to enable them to thrive. Candidates should have experience with autistic children and strong communicative abilities. An enhanced DBS check is also required.

Benefits

Competitive daily rates of pay

Supportive consultant network

Flexible working options

Long-term opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in educational or care settings with children with Autism.
• A relevant Level 2/3 qualification is preferred but not essential.
• Knowledge of strategies such as PECS, TEACCH, or sensory integration is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with ASD in mainstream and specialist primary school settings.
• Assist with implementation of Individual Education Plans (IEPs).
• Encourage development of social skills and emotional regulation.

Skills

Experience supporting children with Autism

Strong communication skills

Empathy

Interpersonal skills

Education

Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant qualification

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GSL Education

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Sunderland, United Kingdom

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22.06.2025

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06.08.2025

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Job Description:

Job Title: ASD Teaching Assistant (Primary)
Location: Sunderland
Salary: £84 - £110 per day (Depending on Experience)
Start Date: Immediate
Contract Type: Daily Supply, Long-Term

Are you passionate about supporting children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) in their early learning journey?

GSL Education are inviting applications for a dedicated and compassionate ASD Teaching Assistant to support primary-aged pupils in Sunderland. This rewarding role involves working one-to-one or in small groups with children on the Autism Spectrum, helping them to access learning, develop social communication skills, and thrive within the classroom environment.

Role Overview:

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced ASD Teaching Assistant to join a highly supportive and welcoming primary school. You will play a vital role in the classroom, providing tailored support to pupils with ASD, helping them access learning and develop key social and academic skills. You will work closely with class teachers, SENCOs, and other support staff to implement strategies that enable children to overcome challenges and meet their full potential.

Key Responsibilities of ASD TA:

• Support pupils with ASD in mainstream or specialist primary school settings.
• Assist with the implementation of Individual Education Plans (IEPs) tailored to specific learning and behavioural needs.
• Promote engagement through structured routines, visual aids, and personalised learning approaches.
• Foster a safe, inclusive, and nurturing learning environment.
• Work collaboratively with teaching staff, therapists, and parents to ensure consistency of support.
• Encourage the development of social skills, independence, and emotional regulation.
• Monitor and record pupil progress, contributing to review meetings and reports.

Requirements for the role of ASD Teaching Assistant (TA):

• Experience supporting children with Autism in an educational or care setting.
• A patient, empathetic, and consistent approach to support.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of ASD-specific strategies such as PECS, TEACCH, or sensory integration (desirable).
• A relevant Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant qualification is preferred but not essential.
• · An Enhanced Child Workforce DBS registered on the Update Service, or willingness to apply through GSL Education.

Benefits of Joining GSL:

• Competitive daily rates of pay, reflective of your experience and role.
• A supportive network of consultants offering ongoing guidance.
• Flexible working options in schools that value and invest in support staff.
• Long-term and daily supply opportunities available for the right candidate.

If you have the dedication and skills to make a difference in the lives of children with ASD, apply today to join a trusted team of educational professionals in Sunderland.

Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks; including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service, or completing an application for a new check.

As an ethical, inclusive and independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools across the UK.

For more information or to register your interest in the ‘ASD Teaching Assistant (Primary)’ role, or to be considered, please click ‘apply now’ to submit your full and up-to-date CV and get in touch directly with Saif at [emailprotected] for more information.

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