Autism-Focused Teaching Assistant: 1:1 & Small Groups

Five Education; Rowberrow; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free DBS (refunded after 20 days)

Free specialised training

Recommendation bonus

Specialist mentoring

Job summary

Five Education are seeking a caring Teaching Assistant to support pupils in the Shipham area near Cheddar, with a focus on autism support in the classroom. The role involves helping pupils engage with activities and routines, and promoting communication, independence and positive behaviour alongside teachers and support staff.

The ideal candidate will have experience with autism, be calm and nurturing, and able to adapt to individual needs and structured routines.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with autism (professional or personal).
• Calm, patient and nurturing approach.
• Ability to adapt to individual needs and structured routines.
• Understanding safeguarding and child welfare in schools.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with autism 1:1 or in small groups.
• Assist pupils with learning activities and daily routines.
• Encourage communication, independence and positive behaviour.
• Work closely with teachers and other support staff.

Skills

Autism support

Patience

Adaptability

Safeguarding knowledge

Job description

Five Education are seeking a caring Teaching Assistant to support pupils in the Shipham area near Cheddar, with a focus on autism support in the classroom. The role involves helping pupils engage with activities and routines, and promoting communication, independence and positive behaviour alongside teachers and support staff.

The ideal candidate will have experience with autism, be calm and nurturing, and able to adapt to individual needs and structured routines.