AUTISM SUPPORT TEACHING ASSISTANT

Aspire People; Shoreham-by-Sea; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible full-time / part-time roles

Competitive daily pay rates

Dedicated consultant support

Opportunities across mainstream and a

Job summary

Aspire People is recruiting Autism Support Teaching Assistants to work across primary schools in Manchester and surrounding areas. You will support pupils with autism 1:1 and in small groups, helping with communication, social development and daily routines.

Applicants should have recent autism support experience in UK settings, with confidence in visual supports and calm, adaptable approaches. Opportunities include flexible full-time and part-time roles with safeguarding checks required.

Qualifications

• Recent experience supporting children with autism in a UK school or specialist setting.
• Understanding how autism affects communication, interaction and learning.
• Confident using visual support strategies and structured routines.
• Able to recognise when a pupil may become overwhelmed or dysregulated.
• Calm, patient and adaptable approach; builds positive relationships with pupils.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with autism.
• Support communication, interaction and social development.
• Use visual timetables, now-and-next boards and other communication aids.
• Help pupils manage transitions and changes to daily routines.
• Support sensory needs and emotional regulation.
• Adapt classroom activities to individual learning styles.
• Encourage independence and participation in lessons.
• Support positive behaviour through consistent strategies.
• Collaborate with teachers, SENCOs and other staff.

Skills

Autism support

Communication support

Behaviour management

Visual supports

Education

DBS / safeguarding checks

Job description

AUTISM SUPPORT TEACHING ASSISTANT - PRIMARY Manchester & Surrounding Areas | Full-Time & Part-Time | Aspire People

Aspire People are recruiting patient and experienced Autism Support Teaching Assistants to work across a range of welcoming primary schools in Manchester.

These roles involve supporting pupils with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), helping them access learning, develop communication skills and feel confident within the school environment.

We are looking for individuals who understand that every child with autism has different strengths, needs and ways of communicating. The ability to build trust and provide consistent support is essential.

THE ROLE:

• Providing 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with autism
• Supporting communication, interaction and social development
• Using visual timetables, now-and-next boards and other communication aids
• Helping pupils manage transitions and changes to their daily routines
• Supporting sensory needs and emotional regulation
• Adapting classroom activities to suit individual learning styles
• Encouraging independence and participation in lessons
• Supporting positive behaviour through consistent and individualised strategies
• Working closely with teachers, SENCOs and other support staff

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE:

• Has recent experience supporting children with autism within a UK school or specialist setting
• Understands how autism can affect communication, interaction and learning
• Is confident using visual support strategies and structured routines
• Can recognise when a pupil may be becoming overwhelmed or dysregulated
• Has a calm, patient and adaptable approach
• Can build positive relationships with pupils who may find communication challenging
• Is committed to helping children develop confidence and independence

WHY WORK WITH ASPIRE PEOPLE?

• Flexible full-time and part-time opportunities
• Daily supply and long-term placements
• Competitive daily pay rates
• Dedicated consultant support
• Opportunities across mainstream and specialist settings

All applicants will be subject to relevant safeguarding and compliance checks.

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.