Autism Specialist Teaching Assistant

Aspire People; Beckingthorpe; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Daily rate £105

Job summary

Aspire People are partnering with a specialist SEN school in Hinckley to place an Autism Specialist Teaching Assistant. You will support pupils with autism, focusing on learning, communication, and emotional wellbeing, within a structured classroom setting.

Ideal candidates will have experience with autism and a patient, nurturing approach. The role runs Monday–Friday, term time only, with a daily rate of £105. Aspire People provides dedicated consultant support during placements.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people with autism is essential.
• Good understanding of ASC and related needs.
• Experience using strategies to support communication, behaviour and emotional regulation.
• Patient, calm and nurturing approach.
• Ability to remain resilient and consistent in challenging situations.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Genuine passion for helping children reach their potential.
• Commitment to Monday–Friday, term time only.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with autism.
• Support pupils to access learning and develop independence.
• Use appropriate strategies to support communication and interaction.
• Help pupils manage emotions and regulate behaviour.
• Create a calm, structured environment.
• Support pupils with sensory needs and individual learning plans.
• Work closely with teachers, SEN staff and other professionals.
• Build strong, trusting relationships with pupils.
• Encourage confidence, independence and positive engagement in school.

Skills

Autism experience

ASC awareness

Communication strategies

Patience & nurture

Resilience

Teamwork

Passion for children

Term-time schedule

Job description

Location: Hinckley

Pay: £105 per day

Working Pattern: Monday-Friday, term time only

Start Date: ASAP / dependent on availability

Aspire People have partnered with a specialist SEN school in Hinckley who are looking for a passionate and experienced Autism Specialist Teaching Assistant to join their dedicated team.

About the Role

As an Autism Specialist Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with pupils who have autism and a range of associated additional needs. You will play a key role in supporting their learning, communication, emotional wellbeing and personal development.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Providing 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with autism
• Supporting pupils to access learning and develop their independence
• Using appropriate strategies to support communication and interaction
• Helping pupils manage emotions and regulate their behaviour
• Creating a calm, consistent and structured environment
• Supporting pupils with sensory needs and individual learning plans
• Working closely with teachers, SEN staff and other professionals
• Building strong, trusting relationships with pupils
• Encouraging confidence, independence and positive engagement in school

We're Looking For

• Previous experience working with children or young people with autism - essential
• A good understanding of ASC and associated needs
• Experience using strategies to support communication, behaviour and emotional regulation
• A patient, calm and nurturing approach
• The ability to remain resilient and consistent in challenging situations
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• A genuine passion for helping children reach their full potential
• The commitment to work Monday-Friday, term time only

Why Join Aspire People?

• £105 per day
• Monday-Friday, term time only
• Opportunity to work within a specialist SEN school
• Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement
• Excellent opportunity to develop your SEN and autism experience
• Potential for ongoing and permanent opportunities
• A rewarding role where you can make a real difference every day

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks