Autism Support Assistant — Immediate Start in Specialist School

Senploy; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

AK Teaching in Middlesbrough is seeking Learning Support Assistants to support children and young people aged 4-19 with autism. You will help pupils access learning, communicate, manage emotions and develop confidence in school and beyond.

Responsibilities include providing individual and small-group support, aiding engagement with learning and practical activities, and supporting communication and social interaction. You will work with teachers and therapy staff in a specialist setting.

Qualifications

• Experience in SEND or school settings is helpful.
• Patience and resilience required.
• Genuine interest in supporting autistic young people.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and small-group support.
• Help pupils engage with learning and practical activities.
• Support communication, social interaction and emotional regulation.
• Follow personalised learning plans and individual strategies.
• Encourage independence and essential life skills.
• Build consistent, trusting relationships with pupils.
• Work alongside teachers, therapists and specialist professionals.

Job description

AK Teaching in Middlesbrough is seeking Learning Support Assistants to support children and young people aged 4-19 with autism. You will help pupils access learning, communicate, manage emotions and develop confidence in school and beyond.

Responsibilities include providing individual and small-group support, aiding engagement with learning and practical activities, and supporting communication and social interaction. You will work with teachers and therapy staff in a specialist setting.