Autism Support Teaching Assistant - Flexible, Impactful

AMA Admin; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Milk Education is currently recruiting Autism Support Teaching Assistants to work across schools, supporting children and young people with autism and a range of additional needs. You'll be working alongside teachers and SEND professionals to provide personalised support, helping pupils access learning, develop confidence and build positive relationships within the school environment.

Whether you're looking for flexible day-to-day supply work or a longer-term opportunity, Milk Education can

Qualifications

• Experience as a Teaching Assistant or equivalent role.
• Patience and a flexible approach when supporting pupils with autism.

Responsibilities

• Providing one-to-one and small-group support to children with autism
• Supporting pupils to access learning and participate positively in classroom activities
• Developing positive and trusting relationships with pupils
• Supporting communication, social interaction and emotional regulation
• Helping pupils develop independence, confidence and life skills
• Using appropriate strategies to support pupils with their individual needs
• Supporting pupils who may display challenging behaviour, using positive and consistent approaches
• Working closely with teachers, SEND staff and other professionals to provide consistent support
• Following individual support plans and adapting your approach to meet the needs of each pupil
• Creating a calm, safe and inclusive learning environment

Skills

Autism support

Behaviour management

Communication with teachers

Job description

Milk Education is currently recruiting Autism Support Teaching Assistants to work across schools, supporting children and young people with autism and a range of additional needs. You'll be working alongside teachers and SEND professionals to provide personalised support, helping pupils access learning, develop confidence and build positive relationships within the school environment.

Whether you're looking for flexible day-to-day supply work or a longer-term opportunity, Milk Education can