Autism Support Assistant: 1:1 & Small-Group Learning

Teaching Personnel; Royton; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Teaching Personnel is recruiting on behalf of a welcoming primary school in Bury, Greater Manchester, for a full-time Autism Support Assistant to join their supportive team. You may work on a 1:1 basis or with small groups of up to four children, tailoring your approach to meet individual needs.

The role focuses on helping children access learning, developing life skills, social and emotional development, and building positive relationships with pupils, families, and staff.

Qualifications

• Experience in supporting children with autism or additional needs.
• Patient, empathetic, and passionate about helping children succeed.
• Confident in adapting support strategies to meet individual needs.
• Strong communicator who can build positive relationships with pupils, colleagues and parents.

Responsibilities

• Supporting pupils with autism throughout the school day.
• Encouraging social, emotional, and academic development.
• Promoting independence, confidence, and positive behaviour.
• Adapting learning activities to suit individual learning styles.
• Building strong, trusting relationships with pupils, staff and families.
• Creating a calm, nurturing and inclusive learning environment.

Skills

Autism support

Pupil support

Communication with parents

Job description

Teaching Personnel is recruiting on behalf of a welcoming primary school in Bury, Greater Manchester, for a full-time Autism Support Assistant to join their supportive team. You may work on a 1:1 basis or with small groups of up to four children, tailoring your approach to meet individual needs.

The role focuses on helping children access learning, developing life skills, social and emotional development, and building positive relationships with pupils, families, and staff.