Autism Teaching Assistant - Newark

Justteachers Ltd; Newark on Trent; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Justteachers Ltd in Newark is recruiting a full-time Autism Teaching Assistant to start in September at a specialist autism provision in Newark (NG24) supporting pupils with autism and communication needs.

You will provide consistent classroom support and help learners develop communication, independence and social interaction skills within a structured and supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting autism is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Support classroom learning.

Skills

Autism support

Patient and caring

Teamwork

Safeguarding

Education

DBS Update Service

Two professional references

Job description

About the role:

justteachers are recruiting for a full-time Autism Teaching Assistant to start in September at a specialist autism provision in Newark (NG24) supporting pupils with autism and communication needs.

You will provide consistent classroom support and help learners develop communication, independence and social interaction skills within a structured and supportive environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support classroom learning.
• Implement autism-specific strategies.
• Promote communication development.
• Assist with sensory activities.
• Encourage independence.
• Support emotional regulation.
• Monitor progress and engagement.

Pre-requisites:

• Experience supporting autism desirable.
• Patient and caring nature.
• Strong teamwork skills.
• Commitment to safeguarding.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one.
• Ability to provide two professional references covering the last two years of employment, education or training.