SEN Teaching Assistant - Autism Support Specialist. Job in Aintree Education & Training Jobs

Tradewind Recruitment; Sefton; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is urgently seeking a Teaching Assistant to work with children with ASD in Sefton and Liverpool. The role involves providing essential support in a classroom environment, helping to deliver personalized learning and fostering pupils' emotional and social development. Candidates should have experience with young people, particularly those with additional needs, and a compassionate approach to education. Join a dedicated team that makes a positive impact on students' lives every day.

Benefits

Ongoing professional development

Supportive team environment

Competitive rates of pay

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people with ASD.
• Calm and patient approach to support.
• Willingness to learn and undertake CPD.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 or small group support for pupils.
• Help deliver personalized learning strategies.
• Build positive relationships with pupils.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Behaviour Management

Job description

We are urgently looking for people who have a background or experience working with young people or adults with ASD across Sefton and Liverpool. Particularly in the Bootle, Southport, Liverpool and Netherton areas.

Your role will be working in a classroom setting often on a one-two or three to one basis with a young person under the guidance of a teacher.

We are looking for people who have experience working with young people or adults in any setting who have ASD.

of you are interested in this role and have experience working with Autism please get in touch.

The Role:

As a Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with teachers and support staff to:

• Provide 1:1 or small group support for pupils across KS3 and KS4.
• Help deliver personalised learning and behaviour strategies.
• Support pupils' social and emotional development.
• Build positive relationships with pupils who may have experienced trauma or disruption in their education.
• Contribute to a safe, structured, and inclusive learning environment.

We're Looking For:

• Experience working with children or young people, particularly those with ASD or additional needs.
• A calm, patient, and empathetic approach.
• Strong behaviour management and excellent communication skills.
• A team player who is also confident working independently.
• A willingness to learn and undertake relevant CPD.

What We Offer:

• A welcoming and supportive team environment.
• Ongoing professional development and training.
• Competitive rates of pay
• The chance to be part of a team that changes lives every day.

These roles are based in specialist schools and are term time only. Hours are 8.30am - 3.30pm

If you are passionate about supporting young people to succeed, we want to hear from you. Send your CV today!