Autism Specialist

Teaching Personnel; Littlehampton; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational staffing agency is seeking an Autism Specialist to work full-time in a primary school in Littlehampton. The role involves providing 1:1 support to a child with autism, creating a positive learning environment, and implementing strategies to boost communication and independence. Candidates should possess experience with children with additional needs, strong communication skills, and a nurturing approach. Competitive daily pay is offered.

Benefits

Competitive daily pay

Support from a specialist consultant

Opportunities for ongoing training

A rewarding role in a supportive environment

Qualifications

• Experience working in a school or care setting with children with autism.
• Availability for a full-time role (Monday–Friday, school hours).

Responsibilities

• Provide consistent 1:1 support to a child with autism.
• Create a calm and supportive learning environment.
• Implement strategies to promote communication and social skills.
• Work with teachers and external professionals.
• Encourage positive behaviour.

Skills

Experience with children with autism or additional needs

Patient and nurturing approach

Strong communication skills

Relationship-building skills

Desire to make a positive difference

Job description

Autism Specialist – Primary School (Full-Time)
Littlehampton
£88.93–£95 per day

Are you passionate about supporting children with additional needs? Do you have the patience, positivity, and commitment to help a young learner thrive?

Teaching Personnel is seeking a dedicated Autism Specialist to work full-time in a welcoming primary school located in Littlehampton. You will be supporting a child with autism on a 1:1 basis, helping them to engage, progress, and build confidence within the classroom.

What the role involves:

• Providing consistent 1:1 support to a child with autism
• Helping to create a calm, structured, and supportive learning environment
• Implementing personalised strategies to promote communication, social skills, and independence
• Working closely with class teachers, SENCO, and external professionals
• Encouraging positive behaviour and emotional regulation

What we’re looking for:

• Experience working with children with autism or additional needs (school or care setting)
• A patient, nurturing, and resilient approach
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• A genuine desire to make a positive difference
• Availability for a full-time role (Monday–Friday, school hours)

What we offer:

• Competitive daily pay: £88.93–£95
• Support from a specialist consultant at Teaching Personnel
• Opportunities for ongoing training and professional development
• A rewarding role within a supportive school environment

If you’re ready to help a child reach their full potential, we’d love to hear from you!

Apply today through Teaching Personnel to start your next rewarding role in Littlehampton.

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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