Autism Support Assistant – SEND School (Full-Time)

Axcis Education; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Axcis Education in Liverpool is recruiting a dedicated Teaching Assistant to support pupils aged 5–16 with Autism at a specialist SEND school. You will work 1:1 and in small groups to help pupils access learning.

The role offers a full-time, long-term placement with ongoing training and collaboration with teachers, therapists, and support staff to foster communication, independence, and positive behaviour in a structured environment.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people with autism and/or additional needs.
• Calm, patient, and resilient approach.
• Confidence building positive relationships with pupils.
• Understanding of autism, sensory needs, and communication differences.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with autism on a 1:1 basis and in small groups.
• Help pupils access learning and achieve their EHCP targets.
• Support communication, social interaction, and emotional regulation.
• Encourage independence and positive behaviour.
• Work closely with teachers, therapists, and support staff.
• Contribute to a safe, structured, and inclusive learning environment.

Skills

Autism support

1:1 support

Group support

Behaviour management

Communication support

Job description

Axcis Education in Liverpool is recruiting a dedicated Teaching Assistant to support pupils aged 5–16 with Autism at a specialist SEND school. You will work 1:1 and in small groups to help pupils access learning.

The role offers a full-time, long-term placement with ongoing training and collaboration with teachers, therapists, and support staff to foster communication, independence, and positive behaviour in a structured environment.