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Autism Support Assistant

TN United Kingdom

Bolton

On-site

GBP 40,000 - 60,000

Full time

10 days ago

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Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Autism Support Assistant to join a vibrant secondary school in Bolton. This role is perfect for someone passionate about inclusion and supporting students with complex needs. You'll work closely with students aged 11-16, helping them thrive through tailored support strategies and collaboration with teachers and therapists. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact on students' lives while being part of a warm and welcoming community. If you have the heart and patience to make a difference, this could be the ideal role for you.

Benefits

Access to training and development
Specialist facilities for sensory needs
Dedicated consultant support
Free child protection training

Qualifications

  • Experience supporting children or young people in any capacity.
  • Calm, nurturing, and proactive approach needed for SEN support.

Responsibilities

  • Support students 1:1 or in small groups to keep them engaged.
  • Use visual aids and structured routines to help students succeed.
  • Encourage communication and confidence in students.

Skills

Experience with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
Experience with Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD)
Communication Skills
Patience and Nurturing Approach
Flexibility and Emotional Intelligence

Education

Psychology Degree
Experience in Youth Work

Job description

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Autism Support Assistant – SEN Secondary School (Bolton)
Location: Bolton BL2
Salary: Competitive (£90+ per day)
Contract: Full-time, Term-time only
Start Date: ASAP (following registration)

We’re on the hunt for an Autism Support Assistant to join a fantastic specialist secondary school in Bolton. This is a school that truly gets what support means for students with complex needs. You’ll be stepping into a vibrant, warm, and highly supportive environment where every day is different and every student is unique.

What kind of students will I support?

You'll be working closely with students aged 11–16 who may have:

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) – which can impact how students communicate, interact socially, and process the world around them.

Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD) – meaning some students need extra time and support with things like reading, writing, speaking, or daily routines.

Other additional needs – this might include speech and language difficulties, sensory processing challenges, anxiety, or behaviours that communicate unmet needs.

These young people are brilliant, full of potential, and just need the right support to shine — that’s where you come in.

What will I be doing?

This isn’t a sit-at-the-desk type of job. Here’s a snapshot of your day:

Supporting students 1:1 or in small groups, helping them stay engaged and feel safe in their learning environment.

Using strategies like visual aids, structured routines, sensory regulation, and positive behaviour support to help students succeed.

Encouraging communication and confidence — whether that’s helping a student learn a new word, develop friendships, or simply feel heard and understood.

Working closely with teachers, therapists, and other TAs to deliver tailored learning and care plans.

Helping students learn essential life skills, build independence, and enjoy their school day.

Who is this role perfect for?

This could be an amazing fit if you:

Have experience supporting children or young people in any capacity — whether that’s through work, volunteering, or personal experience.

Are a psychology graduate, youth worker, carer, or just someone with the heart and patience to make a difference.

Have a calm, nurturing and proactive approach — SEN support requires flexibility and emotional intelligence.

Are passionate about inclusion, equality, and seeing students for who they are — not just their diagnosis.

What can you expect from us?

A friendly and welcoming school with a strong sense of community.

Access to training and development, including Autism-specific support strategies and safeguarding.

Specialist facilities designed to meet the sensory and learning needs of students.

A dedicated consultant from Teaching Personnel who will manage your placement, check in regularly, and help you develop in your role.

Whether you’re looking to build a long-term career in education, psychology, therapy or social care — or you simply want a role that’s meaningful, active, and full of purpose — this is a fantastic place to start.

How to Apply:

Hit "Apply Now", send us your CV, and one of our team will be in touch for a friendly chat about the role, your experience, and next steps.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
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.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.

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