Autism Support Assistant

senploy; Oldham; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist educational institution in Oldham is seeking a dedicated Autism Teaching Assistant to support secondary-aged pupils with Autism. This full-time role requires resilience and adaptability, with no prior experience necessary. You will work in a rewarding environment helping students build confidence, independence, and communication skills. This is a great opportunity for individuals passionate about making a positive impact in young people's lives and developing skills in a specialist setting.

Qualifications

• Must be calm under pressure and adaptable.
• Experience in mentoring, care, or youth work is beneficial.
• Passion for supporting young people is essential.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with Autism, including complex behaviours.
• Assist teachers with day-to-day classroom activities.
• Help pupils access learning in various settings.

Skills

Resilience

Adaptability

Communication skills

Job description

Overview

Autism Teaching Assistant - Secondary School
Location: Oldham | Full-Time | No Experience Required

Are you patient, resilient, and ready to make a real difference? We are looking for a Teaching Assistant to support secondary-aged pupils with Autism in a specialist school. This is a fantastic opportunity for both new and experienced candidates to work in a rewarding, hands-on environment.

Responsibilities

• Supporting pupils with Autism, including those with complex behaviours
• Working 1:1 and in classroom settings to help pupils access learning
• Assisting teachers with day-to-day classroom activities
• Helping pupils build confidence, independence, and communication skills
• Supporting positive behaviour through consistent routines and strategies

Qualifications

• Resilient and adaptable individuals who can remain calm under pressure
• Candidates with transferable skills from roles in mentoring, care, youth work, or similar
• Those with experience of Autism or working with pupils with additional needs are a bonus, but not essential
• Passionate about supporting young people and making a positive impact on their lives

Why This Role?

• No prior experience required
• Work in a specialist school with a friendly and supportive team
• Gain experience supporting pupils with Autism and complex needs
• Opportunity to develop skills and progress in a rewarding career

If you're ready for a challenging, meaningful role where you can truly make a difference every day, we want to hear from you.

Apply today and start your journey supporting young students with Autism!