Autism Support Teaching Assistant – Secondary (Sunderland)

TeacherActive; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Market leading rates of pay

24/7 consultant support

CPD & My-Progression certificates

Job summary

TeacherActive is seeking a SEND Teaching Assistant for a secondary setting in Sunderland, supporting students aged 11–18 with Autism/ASD and additional educational needs. You will work with teaching staff to provide individual and classroom support while encouraging engagement, independence and positive behaviour.

The role requires a patient and supportive approach, strong communication, and the ability to adapt to each student’s needs.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people with Autism/ASD.
• Experience supporting secondary-aged students is desirable.
• Patient and supportive approach with strong communication.

Responsibilities

• Support students with Autism/ASD and other needs in classroom and small-group settings.
• Assist teaching staff with lesson delivery and behaviour management.
• Encourage engagement, independence and positive behaviour.

Skills

Experience with Autism / ASD

Secondary-aged students

Patience and supportive approach

Strong communication skills

Job description

TeacherActive is seeking a SEND Teaching Assistant for a secondary setting in Sunderland, supporting students aged 11–18 with Autism/ASD and additional educational needs. You will work with teaching staff to provide individual and classroom support while encouraging engagement, independence and positive behaviour.

The role requires a patient and supportive approach, strong communication, and the ability to adapt to each student’s needs.