Supply ASD & Social Communication Needs TA Required

Aspire People; Bedford; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A specialist education provider in Bedford is looking for a compassionate Supply Teaching Assistant to support children with ASD and social communication needs. The role involves providing tailored support in a structured environment, focusing on effective communication and collaboration with onsite staff. Ideal candidates should have experience in similar settings and seek the flexibility of supply work. This position offers a daily rate between £90 - £110 based on experience.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children or young people with ASD or Social Communication needs.
• A calm, nurturing, and proactive approach.
• Clear communication skills and the ability to build positive rapport quickly.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with ASD and social communication needs.
• Help maintain a calm, structured, and inclusive learning environment.
• Support pupils with daily routines, communication development, and social skills.

Skills

Experience supporting children with ASD

Clear communication skills

Calm and nurturing approach

Flexibility

Job description

Supply Teaching Assistant - ASD & Social Communication Needs

Location: Bedford (MK8)
£90 - £110 per day (dependent on experience) | Flexible, Ongoing Supply Work

Are you a compassionate and adaptable Teaching Assistant who thrives in environments where every day brings new opportunities to support children? A friendly specialist school in Bedford is seeking supply Teaching Assistants to provide flexible cover across their setting. The school works with learners aged 4‑19 with Profound, Multiple and Complex Learning Needs, alongside pupils with Autism and Social Communication challenges. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who values child‑centred practice and enjoys making a meaningful difference, even in short‑term placements.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small‑group support for pupils with ASD and social communication needs
• Help maintain a calm, structured, and inclusive learning environment
• Support pupils with daily routines, communication development, and social skills
• Work collaboratively with onsite staff to ensure consistency and wellbeing for each learner

Key Requirements

• Experience supporting children or young people with ASD or Social Communication needs
• A calm, nurturing, and proactive approach
• Clear communication skills and the ability to build positive rapport quickly
• Flexibility to work across different classes and age groups

If you are passionate about supporting children in specialist settings and want the flexibility of supply work, we would be delighted to hear from you. Please send your CV or contact our team on 01234 394 781 to find out more.

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils. All placements are subject to child protection screening, including DBS and employment history checks.