Autism Teaching Assistant

TN United Kingdom; Devizes; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team as an Autism Teaching Assistant in a specialist school in Devizes, where you can make a meaningful impact on young learners with Autism Spectrum Condition and additional needs. This role offers the opportunity to support students in a nurturing environment, fostering their academic and emotional growth. With a strong community spirit and a picturesque setting, Devizes provides an ideal backdrop for a fulfilling career. Enjoy flexible working options, robust support systems, and continuous professional development as you help shape the future of these young individuals.

Benefits

Weekly pay

Access to funded CPD courses

Dedicated personal consultant

Opportunities for long-term placements

Free child protection training

Qualifications

• Experience supporting students with Autism and special educational needs.
• Ability to implement individual learning and behaviour plans.

Responsibilities

• Support students on a 1:1 or small group basis.
• Encourage social development and emotional wellbeing.
• Collaborate with teachers, therapists, and parents.

Skills

Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) support

Behavioural management

Individual learning plans

Collaboration with teachers and parents

Emotional wellbeing support

Education

Relevant qualifications in education or special needs

Job description

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Position Type: Full-time (with some Part-time opportunities available)

Start Date: September 2025

About the Role

We are seeking enthusiastic and dedicated Autism Teaching Assistants to join a specialist school in Devizes from September 2025.

This role offers the chance to make a real impact on the lives of young learners with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), behavioural barriers, and additional special educational needs (SEN).

• Support students on a 1:1 or small group basis
• Help implement individual learning and behaviour plans
• Encourage social development and emotional wellbeing
• Collaborate closely with teachers, therapists, and parents
• Foster a safe, structured, and engaging learning environment

About the School

The school is committed to nurturing each pupil’s potential and building confidence through tailored learning.

Staff are proud of the positive, inclusive culture that supports both students and colleagues.

Provides specialist education for pupils aged 7 to 16

Focuses on academic achievement, life skills, and emotional growth

Offers robust support systems for both pupils and staff

Encourages a team-based approach to SEN education

Why Work in Devizes

Devizes is a picturesque and welcoming market town in Wiltshire, known for its community spirit and easy access to natural beauty and local amenities.

Strong community and inclusive local schools

Peaceful setting ideal for a healthy work-life balance

Well-connected by local transport routes

Working with Teaching Personnel

As a Teaching Personnel educator, you’ll benefit from excellent support, flexible working options, and continuous professional development.

• Weekly pay through our in-house payroll system
• Access to funded CPD courses and training
• A personal consultant dedicated to your career goals
• Opportunities for long-term and permanent placements

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ which may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.

We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.

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