Autism Support Teaching Assistant — Permanent, 40h/wk

Hillingdon Manor School; Bradford; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life Assurance

Pension scheme

Wellbeing support

Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista)

Health benefits

Cycle to Work Scheme

Critical illness cover

Family Growth Support

Job summary

Bradford Beacon School, opened in September 2025, is a brand-new specialist independent school for children aged 4–11 with autism and associated complex needs. Set in a purpose-built, thoughtfully refurbished environment, the school provides a safe, nurturing, and inclusive setting where every child feels valued.

Pupils follow a broad, enriched curriculum that develops communication, social, emotional, and life skills alongside academic achievement.

Qualifications

• GCSEs or equivalent in English and Maths at grade C/4 or above.
• Passionate about helping young people reach their potential.
• Confident in varied indoor/outdoor learning environments.
• Strong team player with collaborative mindset.
• Calm, patient and responsive to individual needs.
• Eager to learn and grow in an education career.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with Autism and additional needs to engage in learning, develop new skills and reach their potential
• Create and support engaging, hands-on learning activities tailored to individual needs and interests
• Provide compassionate emotional and practical support, helping pupils feel safe, understood and ready to learn
• Encourage confidence, independence and positive social skills through everyday interactions and activities
• Get involved in exciting indoor and outdoor learning experiences that bring learning to life
• Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils, families and colleagues
• Work as part of a passionate, supportive team to deliver a consistent and nurturing approach
• Help create a safe, inclusive and inspiring environment where every pupil can learn, grow and succeed

Skills

GCSEs English & Maths

Team player

Calm and patient

Willing to learn

Job description

Bradford Beacon School, opened in September 2025, is a brand-new specialist independent school for children aged 4–11 with autism and associated complex needs. Set in a purpose-built, thoughtfully refurbished environment, the school provides a safe, nurturing, and inclusive setting where every child feels valued.

Pupils follow a broad, enriched curriculum that develops communication, social, emotional, and life skills alongside academic achievement.