Autism Support Teaching Assistant — 1:1 Learning

Academics; Bletchley; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Academics is seeking a compassionate Teaching Assistant for a specialist setting in Milton Keynes to support autistic children with complex needs. The role focuses on 1:1 and small-group support, helping pre-verbal learners develop communication, regulation, and engagement in learning environments.

You will work closely with teachers and therapists to follow care plans, manage sensory needs, and provide personal care when required, in a calm and structured setting.

Qualifications

• Right to work in the UK; sponsorship not offered.
• Full-time, Monday to Friday, 8:30am–3:30pm.
• Experience with autism, sensory needs or communication difficulties preferred.
• Experience with pre-verbal or non-verbal children advantageous.
• Willingness to provide personal and intimate care.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to children with autism and additional needs.
• Support pre-verbal and non-verbal learners with communication and engagement.
• Help manage sensory processing and emotional regulation.
• Assist with classroom activities and individual learning programmes.
• Maintain a calm, patient, and consistent approach with distressed behaviours.
• Follow individual education, behaviour and care plans.
• Provide personal care where required.
• Collaborate with teachers, therapists and support staff for consistent support.

Skills

Compassionate

Patience

1:1 Support

Autism Awareness

Communication

Job description

Academics is seeking a compassionate Teaching Assistant for a specialist setting in Milton Keynes to support autistic children with complex needs. The role focuses on 1:1 and small-group support, helping pre-verbal learners develop communication, regulation, and engagement in learning environments.

You will work closely with teachers and therapists to follow care plans, manage sensory needs, and provide personal care when required, in a calm and structured setting.