Autism Specialist Teaching Assistant

TN United Kingdom; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in education seeks a compassionate Autism Specialist Teaching Assistant to join a dedicated team in Wakefield. This full-time role offers a temp-to-perm opportunity, allowing you to make a significant impact on students with Autism Spectrum Disorder. The ideal candidate will have experience in supporting children with Autism and knowledge of autism-specific strategies. With competitive pay rates and ongoing training, this role provides a rewarding career path in a specialist educational setting. If you're passionate about making a difference, this is the opportunity for you.

Benefits

Competitive pay rates

£100 refer-a-friend bonus scheme

Free CPD training

Ongoing support from a consultant

Opportunity for permanent position

Qualifications

• Experience in supporting children with Autism in educational settings.
• Knowledge of autism-specific communication methods is essential.

Responsibilities

• Support students with Autism Spectrum Disorder in a special school.
• Collaborate with teachers and therapists to meet individual needs.

Skills

Experience supporting children with Autism

Knowledge of autism-specific strategies

Patient and empathetic approach

Ability to work collaboratively

Commitment to safeguarding and inclusion

Tools

PECS

Makaton

Visual supports

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Client:

Leader Recruitment Group

Location:

Wakefield, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Education

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Posted:

05.05.2025

Expiry Date:

19.06.2025

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Job Description:

Job Title: Autism Specialist Teaching Assistant
Location: Wakefield, West Yorkshire
Contract Type: Temp to Perm, Full Time from September

Leader Education is seeking a compassionate and skilled Autism Specialist Teaching Assistant to join a well-regarded 11-18 special school in Wakefield. The school caters for students with severe, complex, and profound multiple learning difficulties (PMLD), and is now looking to strengthen its dedicated team with staff who have experience supporting students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).

This full-time role is available from September and offers a temp-to-perm opportunity for the right candidate, providing the chance to develop a rewarding career within a specialist educational setting.

Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30 am to 3:30 pm

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• Experience supporting children and young people with Autism, ideally in a school or care setting
• Knowledge of autism-specific strategies and communication methods (e.g., PECS, Makaton, visual supports)
• A patient, empathetic, and adaptable approach to supporting students with varying levels of need
• The ability to work collaboratively with teachers, therapists, and other support staff to meet students' individual needs
• A commitment to safeguarding, inclusion, and promoting the well-being of vulnerable learners

What Leader Education Offers:

• Competitive pay rates
• £100 refer-a-friend bonus scheme (terms apply)
• Free CPD, including autism awareness and behaviour management training
• Ongoing support and advice from a dedicated consultant
• Opportunity for a permanent position following a successful temporary period

Interested?
We welcome applications from experienced Autism Specialists or Teaching Assistants with a strong understanding of supporting students with SEND. Please send your CV or call us on 0333 577 5034 to apply.

Leader Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to enhanced DBS and reference checks.

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Leader Recruitment Group is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.