Autism Education Support Assistant

Ambitious about Autism; England; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

The Rise School, part of Ambitious about Autism, is seeking a Teaching and Learning Assistant to support autistic pupils aged 4-18. You will work alongside teachers to provide personalised support, helping pupils learn, develop and achieve in a safe, inclusive environment.

Hours are 8:00am to 4:00pm, full-time, permanent, term-time only. This role offers rewarding career development and the chance to make a real difference every day.

Qualifications

• Empathetic and patient, with a genuine desire to make a positive difference.
• Adaptable and resilient, able to respond positively to different needs and situations.
• Positive and solution-focused, with the ability to think creatively when challenges arise.
• Committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality, individualised support to autistic pupils in the classroom and across the school.
• Support learners to develop their communication, independence, social and learning skills.
• Work collaboratively with teachers and other professionals to deliver personalised learning.
• Use positive and proactive approaches to support behaviour and engagement.
• Build trusting, respectful relationships with pupils and understand their individual needs.
• Contribute to a safe, inclusive and nurturing learning environment.
• Promote and safeguard the welfare of children and young people at all times.

Skills

Empathetic

Patient

Adaptable

Teamwork

Safeguarding awareness

Willingness to learn

Job description

The Rise School, part of Ambitious about Autism, is seeking a Teaching and Learning Assistant to support autistic pupils aged 4-18. You will work alongside teachers to provide personalised support, helping pupils learn, develop and achieve in a safe, inclusive environment.

Hours are 8:00am to 4:00pm, full-time, permanent, term-time only. This role offers rewarding career development and the chance to make a real difference every day.