Teaching Assistant - Autism Support

Randstad Education; Wolverhampton; On-site; GBP 16,605 - 17,527; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive daily rates

Job summary

A leading education support provider in Wolverhampton is seeking a full-time Autism Support Assistant to help children with Autism navigate their school day. The role offers competitive daily rates of £90 - £95, emphasizing personal and professional experience with Autism. You will provide direct support to students, use communication tools effectively, and contribute to the school's autism strategy. This position is critical for fostering a supportive learning environment.

Qualifications

• Experience or personal knowledge of working with individuals with Autism.
• Understanding of TEACCH or ABA principles is advantageous.
• Enhanced DBS on the update service or willingness to apply.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 support to students with Autism.
• Use communication tools to support learning.
• Help manage sensory environment and ensure safety.
• Recognise signs of emotional deregulation and implement strategies.
• Facilitate structured play to support social interactions.
• Contribute to the school’s autism support strategy.

Skills

Experience working with individuals with Autism

Calm and resilient under pressure

Use of communication tools (PECS, Makaton)

Job description

Contract Type: Temporary

Hours: Full time

Disability Confident: No

Closing Date: 07/05/2026

About this job

Teaching Assistant | Autism (ASC) Specialist | Local Specialist Schools Position: Full-Time, Long-Term (Term Time Only)

Salary: £90 - £95 per day (weekly pay dependent on experience)

Start Date: Immediate / Next Term

Join our specialist network as an Autism Support Assistant and help children with ASC navigate their school day with confidence, comfort, and success.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 support to students with Autism to achieve daily learning tasks aligned with EHCP goals.
• Use visual schedules, 'now and next' boards and other communication tools (PECS, Makaton, Visual Timetables) to support learning and transitions.
• Help manage sensory environment to reduce overload and maintain student safety.
• Recognise early signs of sensory or emotional deregulation; implement calming strategies or 'masking' breaks before crises occur.
• Facilitate structured play or social interactions to support development of friendships and peer‑based learning.
• Support staff and contribute to the school’s autism support strategy and curriculum planning.

Qualifications & Experience

• Experience or personal knowledge of working with individuals with Autism (professional or personal).
• Understanding of TEACCH or ABA principles is a significant advantage.
• Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to apply) and commitment to safeguarding.
• Calm, observant, and resilient; ability to provide patient, kind support during challenging moments.

Benefits

Competitive daily rates of £90 - £95, paid every Friday via Randstad.