Autism Support Assistant

Milk Education; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A teaching supply agency is seeking an Autism Support Assistant to support KS2 pupils with autism in Liverpool. The ideal candidate will have experience in specialist settings and possess strong communication skills. Responsibilities include providing tailored support, promoting engagement, and fostering positive relationships. Benefits include excellent pay rates and CPD courses.

Benefits

Fast-registration process

Excellent rates of pay

FREE CPD courses

24/7 access to a personal consultant

Qualifications

• Experience in school or specialist settings.
• Ability to implement structured interventions.
• Collaborative work with staff and families.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored support to KS2 pupils with autism.
• Implement strategies to promote engagement.
• Support behaviour management and positive routines.
• Work closely with teachers to adapt learning materials.
• Build nurturing relationships with pupils.

Skills

Experience supporting children with autism

Behaviour management skills

Strong communication skills

Patience and empathy

Job description

Autism Support Assistant

We are seeking a compassionate and proactive Autism Support Assistant to work with KS2 pupils in a specialist primary SEN setting in L6. This role involves supporting children with autism and learning difficulties, helping them to access learning and develop essential social and emotional skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide tailored support to KS2 pupils with autism and learning difficulties, both 1:1 and in small groups.
• Implement strategies to promote engagement, communication, and independence.
• Support behaviour management and encourage positive routines.
• Work closely with teachers and the SEN team to adapt learning materials and interventions.
• Build nurturing relationships that foster confidence and resilience.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Experience supporting children with autism and learning difficulties in school or specialist settings.
• Behaviour management skills and ability to implement structured interventions.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with staff and families.
• Patience, empathy, and resilience in supporting pupils with complex needs.

Benefits to YOU

• Fast-registration process
• Excellent rates of pay
• Educator Wellbeing Guide
• School Preparation Pack
• FREE PSHE Lesson Plans designed by real teachers
• 2 FREE CPD courses when you register with us
• 24/7 access to your personal consultant

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Why choose Milk Education?

Milk Education is a purpose-driven teaching supply agency, focused on putting educators first. We're committed to finding high-quality teaching talent and supporting schools across the U.K