Autism Support Teaching Assistant - Full-Time

Academics; Hatfield; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Academics is recruiting a Teaching Assistant in Hatfield to support children with autism and complex needs in a specialist educational setting. The role is full-time, 8:30am-3:30pm, with temporary/ad-hoc contract and potential temp-to-perm.

You will provide 1:1 and small-group support, help with communication for pre-verbal learners, support sensory needs and emotional regulation, and work closely with teachers, therapists and support staff to deliver consistent learning programs.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting autistic children or individuals with sensory needs.
• Calm, patient and empathetic approach.
• Availability Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 3:30pm.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to children with autism and additional needs.
• Support pre-verbal learners with communication and engagement.
• Help children manage sensory processing needs and emotional regulation.
• Assist with classroom activities and individual learning programmes.
• Use a calm, patient and consistent approach when supporting children who may display challenging or distressed behaviours.
• Follow individual education, behaviour and care plans.
• Provide personal and intimate care where required.
• Work closely with teachers, therapists and support staff to ensure pupils receive consistent support.

Job description

Academics is recruiting a Teaching Assistant in Hatfield to support children with autism and complex needs in a specialist educational setting. The role is full-time, 8:30am-3:30pm, with temporary/ad-hoc contract and potential temp-to-perm.

You will provide 1:1 and small-group support, help with communication for pre-verbal learners, support sensory needs and emotional regulation, and work closely with teachers, therapists and support staff to deliver consistent learning programs.