Autism Support Teaching Assistant (1:1)

Teaching Personnel; Bristol; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive weekly pay

CPD Academy access

Dedicated consultant support

Easy-to-use digital tools

Job summary

Teaching Personnel is seeking a compassionate Positive Behaviour Teaching Assistant to support learners with ASC in Bristol. This full-time, term-time role offers the chance to work in a specialist educational setting from September.

The successful candidate will contribute to tailored learning plans, behaviour strategies and emotional Regulation, while collaborating with teachers and therapists to foster inclusive learning.

Qualifications

• Patience, empathy and a proactive approach to support autistic and neurodiverse learners.
• Experience in care, youth support, psychology or education courses is beneficial.
• A DBS check (Update Service) is desirable or willingness to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support for children with ASC and other SEN.
• Help implement tailored learning plans and behaviour intervention strategies.
• Support emotional regulation, communication and social interaction.
• Apply Positive Behaviour Support techniques under supervision.
• Help maintain a calm, safe and inclusive learning environment.
• Collaborate with teachers, therapists and wider support teams.
• Encourage confidence, independence and positive outcomes for learners.

Skills

1:1 support

Small-group support

Patience and empathy

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Positive Behaviour Support (PBS)

Education

Experience from care/youth work/psychology/education studies/sports coaching

Job description

Teaching Personnel is seeking a compassionate Positive Behaviour Teaching Assistant to support learners with ASC in Bristol. This full-time, term-time role offers the chance to work in a specialist educational setting from September.

The successful candidate will contribute to tailored learning plans, behaviour strategies and emotional Regulation, while collaborating with teachers and therapists to foster inclusive learning.