Specialist Autism Support Assistant

Teaching Personnel; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational support provider in Manchester is seeking a Specialist Autism Support Assistant. You will provide tailored support to young learners with autism in a nurturing environment. Applicants should have at least 2 years of experience, relevant qualifications, and excellent communication skills. This is a full-time role, and you'll have the chance to make a meaningful difference in children's lives.

Benefits

Ongoing professional development

Supportive school community

Opportunity to impact children's lives

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ experience supporting children and/or young people with autism.
• Strong understanding of autism and associated needs.
• Experience working in a primary school setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored 1:1 and small group support for children with autism.
• Work closely with teachers and professionals to implement IEPs.
• Support children in developing communication and social skills.

Skills

Experience with autism support

Communication skills

Teamwork

Empathy

Education

Relevant qualifications in education or childcare

Job description

Are you passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of children with autism? Do you have the experience and dedication to support young learners in a nurturing and structured environment?

We are seeking a Specialist Autism Support Assistant to join our inclusive and forward-thinking primary school. This is a full-time role, essential for maintaining consistency and routine for the children you’ll be supporting.

• Provide tailored 1:1 and small group support for children with autism.
• Work closely with class teachers, SENCOs, and external professionals to implement individual education plans (IEPs).
• Support children in developing communication, social, and emotional skills.
• Create and maintain a calm, structured, and predictable learning environment.
• Use strategies such as visual timetables, sensory tools, and social stories to support engagement and understanding.

• Minimum 2 years’ experience supporting children and/or young people with autism.
• Strong understanding of autism and associated needs, including sensory processing and communication differences.
• Ability to commit to full-time hours, Monday to Friday, 08:00 – 16:00.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• A patient, empathetic, and proactive approach to support.

• Relevant qualifications in education, childcare, or special educational needs.
• Experience working in a primary school setting.
• Training in autism-specific approaches (e.g., TEACCH, PECS, Makaton).

• A supportive and collaborative school community.
• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities.
• The chance to make a lasting impact on children’s lives.

Ready to apply? Please send your CV and apply.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. 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’. 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.