Autism Support Assistant: 1:1 Support & Sensory Skills

Protocol Education Limited; Blyth; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Protocol Education is looking for an Autism Support Assistant in Blyth to help pupils with autism access education and develop confidence. You will work closely with teachers to create a structured, supportive learning environment where every child can thrive.

The role focuses on implementing communication strategies, supporting sensory needs, and promoting independence, social interaction, and wellbeing in a specialist SEND setting.

Qualifications

• Experience within SEND settings desirable.
• Ability to implement communication strategies.
• Patient and nurturing approach.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils on a 1:1 basis.
• Implement communication strategies.
• Support sensory regulation and emotional wellbeing.
• Encourage independence and life skills.
• Assist with classroom activities.
• Promote positive social interactions.
• Support emotional wellbeing.

Skills

1:1 support

Communication skills

Patience

Team player

Safeguarding awareness

Job description

Protocol Education is looking for an Autism Support Assistant in Blyth to help pupils with autism access education and develop confidence. You will work closely with teachers to create a structured, supportive learning environment where every child can thrive.

The role focuses on implementing communication strategies, supporting sensory needs, and promoting independence, social interaction, and wellbeing in a specialist SEND setting.