Autism Support SEND Teaching Assistant - Primary

Cover People; Stretford; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive daily pay rates

Weekly pay

Dedicated consultant

Free CPD and training opportunities

Long-term and permanent opportunities

12.07% holiday pay where applicable

Job summary

Cover People are recruiting a dedicated SEND Teaching Assistant to join a specialist primary setting in Trafford. You will support children aged 3-11 with Autism Spectrum Condition, delivering 1:1 and small-group interventions, using visual supports and EHCP targets.

The role offers competitive daily pay (£95-£110), weekly pay, and a supportive consultant, with opportunities for longer-term roles. Start date September 2026, full-time Monday to Friday, in a nurturing, inclusive learning

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC).
• Knowledge of communication strategies such as PECS or Makaton.
• Ability to use visual supports and structured routines.

Responsibilities

• Deliver 1:1 and small-group interventions tailored to EHCP targets.
• Support pupils with ASC to develop communication, independence and confidence.
• Collaborate with teachers, therapists and families to maximize outcomes.

Skills

ASC support experience

Communication strategies

Tools

PECS

Makaton

Visual timetables

Job description

Cover People are recruiting a dedicated SEND Teaching Assistant to join a specialist primary setting in Trafford. You will support children aged 3-11 with Autism Spectrum Condition, delivering 1:1 and small-group interventions, using visual supports and EHCP targets.

The role offers competitive daily pay (£95-£110), weekly pay, and a supportive consultant, with opportunities for longer-term roles. Start date September 2026, full-time Monday to Friday, in a nurturing, inclusive learning