Autism Teaching Assistant for Complex Needs – Sheffield

Tradewind Recruitment LTD.; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment are working with an established school trust in Sheffield to recruit an experienced Autism Teaching Assistant to support pupils within a specialist setting. The role involves supporting pupils with autism and complex needs, using positive behaviour management, and building strong relationships with pupils and staff.

You will help with learning, communication and emotional development in a calm, structured environment.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting pupils with autism or complex needs.
• Confident, resilient and able to manage challenging behaviour.
• Ability to build strong relationships with pupils and staff.

Responsibilities

• Supporting pupils with Autism and complex additional needs
• Using positive and effective behaviour management strategies
• Building strong, trusting relationships with pupils
• Supporting learning, communication and emotional development
• Working closely with teachers and support staff
• Maintaining a calm, structured and positive learning environment

Skills

Behaviour management

Autism/complex needs

Pupil engagement

Resilience

Job description

Tradewind Recruitment are working with an established school trust in Sheffield to recruit an experienced Autism Teaching Assistant to support pupils within a specialist setting. The role involves supporting pupils with autism and complex needs, using positive behaviour management, and building strong relationships with pupils and staff.

You will help with learning, communication and emotional development in a calm, structured environment.