Autism Support Assistant

senploy; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading supply agency in Stockton-on-Tees is seeking a dedicated Learning Support Assistant to work full-time within a SEND college. The successful candidate will support students with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities, providing tailored support and personal care. Experience with challenging behaviour is essential, and there is an opportunity for permanent placement with the college. Competitive pay and ongoing support from a consultant are offered in this rewarding role.

Benefits

Opportunity to become permanent with the college

Competitive pay through the supply agency

Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant

Qualifications

• Proven experience working with SEND students.
• Comfortable and confident providing personal care.
• Experience supporting individuals who may display challenging behaviour.

Responsibilities

• Providing tailored support to students with SEND in a college setting.
• Supporting learning, independence, and social development.
• Delivering personal care support where required.

Skills

Experience with SEND students

Behaviour management

Personal care

Resilience

Adaptability

Education

Relevant qualifications (CACHE, Health & Social Care, or equivalent)

Job description

Learning Support Assistant (SEND)

Location: Stockton-on-Tees
Role Type: Full-Time (via Supply Agency)
Opportunity for Permanent Placement

Our supply agency is currently recruiting an experienced Learning Support Assistant to work full-time within a SEND college in Stockton-on-Tees, with the opportunity to become permanent directly with the college following a successful period.

This is a rewarding role for a dedicated professional who is passionate about supporting young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities in a structured college environment.

The Role:

You will be supporting students with a range of SEND needs on a 1:1 and small group basis. Some learners may display challenging behaviour, so prior experience and confidence in behaviour management is essential. The role also includes personal care, which candidates must be comfortable providing.

Key Responsibilities:

• Providing tailored support to students with SEND in a college setting
• Supporting learning, independence, and social development
• Delivering personal care support where required (essential)
• Managing and responding to challenging behaviour in a calm and positive manner
• Working collaboratively with teaching staff and support teams
• Ensuring the safety, wellbeing, and inclusion of all learners

Essential Requirements:

• Proven experience working with SEND students
• Comfortable and confident providing personal care
• Experience supporting individuals who may display challenging behaviour
• Patient, resilient, and adaptable approach
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)

Desirable:

• Experience within a SEND college or post-16 setting
• Behaviour management training (e.g. Team Teach or similar)
• Relevant qualifications such as CACHE, Health & Social Care, or equivalent

What's on Offer:

• Full-time hours
• Opportunity to become permanent with the college
• Competitive pay through the supply agency
• Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant
• A chance to make a real difference in a specialist SEND environment

If you are an experienced Learning Support Assistant looking for a full-time opportunity with long-term prospects, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today to join our supply team.