Level 2 Teaching Assistant (VN130)

North East Autism Society; Sunderland; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization seeks a Level 2 Teaching Assistant in Sunderland to support autistic children in a specialized school setting. The successful candidate will assist in providing personalized educational programs, with ongoing training and development provided. This role offers a rewarding opportunity to positively impact the lives of young individuals.

Benefits

Free school meals

Pension scheme with employer contributions

Instant access to up to 40% of salary

Employee discounts at over 130,000 venues

Access to Blue Light Card

Free eye tests

Employee Assistance Programme

Refer-a-friend scheme

Qualifications

• Willingness to learn.
• Basic understanding of communication in education settings.

Responsibilities

• Support autistic and neurodivergent children in personalized learning.
• Work collaboratively with staff and pupils.

Skills

Communication

Resilience

Initiative

Job description

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Level 2 Teaching Assistant (VN130), Sunderland

Client:

North East Autism Society

Location:

Sunderland, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference:

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61

Posted:

24.06.2025

Expiry Date:

08.08.2025

Job Description:

• Free school meals
• Pension scheme with employer contributions
• Instant access to up to 40% of your salary as you earn it
• Employee discounts on over 130,000 shops and entertainment venues
• Access to Blue Light Card, the discount service for emergency and social care staff
• Free eye tests and Employee Assistance Programme to support health and wellbeing

Pro rata salary (term-time) £17,165.70 - £17,672.10

Additional benefits include:

• Refer-a-friend scheme – receive £500
• Hours: Monday-Friday 8.30am-4.30pm during school terms

About the role

Working independently and as part of a team, you will support autistic and neurodivergent children and young people to access highly personalised programmes of study in one of the Society’s specialist schools.

You’ll work 8.30am-4.30pm Monday to Friday during school terms.

About you

While experience is valued, it is not essential to have previously worked in an education setting or with autistic individuals. Our comprehensive induction, training, and mentoring will equip you with the necessary skills and tools.

We ask that you are willing to learn, able to use your initiative, and have resilience and drive for this demanding role. You should be friendly, approachable, and possess good communication skills to build positive relationships with staff and pupils.

If you're passionate about learning and seeking a rewarding role that makes a positive impact, this is the opportunity for you.