Autism Support Assistant: Sensory & Play-Based Learning

Justteachers Ltd; Spalding; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Justteachers Ltd in Spalding is seeking a dedicated practitioner to support children and young people with SEND in a specialist provision. This is a full-time role starting in September and continuing until at least December 2026, offering a stable placement within a supportive team.

The setting emphasises experiential learning, sensory exploration and play-based development, with a strong focus on visual communication and modelling interaction to help pupils engage.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with SEND in educational or care settings.
• Ability to respond with calm, child-centered approaches to sensory needs.
• Knowledge of interactive, hands-on play-based support strategies and visuals.

Responsibilities

• Deliver play-based and sensory-led activities aligned with learner needs.
• Scaffold engagement with class teams and simple steps.
• Use visual aids, sensory resources, modelling interaction.
• Promote communication and independence with in-the-moment support.
• Support re-engagement and routines with co-regulation strategies.

Skills

Experience with SEND

Sensory-friendly approaches

Play-based learning

Visual supports

Education

Level 2 Teaching Assistant

Health & Social Care

Childcare

Youth Work

Job description

Justteachers Ltd in Spalding is seeking a dedicated practitioner to support children and young people with SEND in a specialist provision. This is a full-time role starting in September and continuing until at least December 2026, offering a stable placement within a supportive team.

The setting emphasises experiential learning, sensory exploration and play-based development, with a strong focus on visual communication and modelling interaction to help pupils engage.