Teaching Assistant - Autism Support

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 Are you a patient, perceptive individual with a passion for neurodiversity? Join our specialist network as an Autism Support Assistant and help children with ASC navigate their school day with confidence, comfort, and success. Unlocking Potential: Support Beyond the Standard Classroom We are seeking dedicated ASC Specialists to work within local Special Schools and Resource Provisions. This role is for those who understand that for a student with Autism, a "breakthrough" might be a successful transition between lessons, a new word, or a calm afternoon in a sensory room. Sensory-First Approach: Help manage the environment to reduce sensory overload, ensuring students feel safe and ready to learn. Specialised Communication: Gain or use experience with PECS, Makaton, and Visual Timetables to facilitate meaningful interaction. Career Growth: Build a CV that is highly attractive for future roles in Clinical Psychology, SEN Teaching, or Occupational Therapy. Weekly Pay: Competitive daily rates of £90 - £95, paid every Friday via Randstad. Your Role as an ASC Champion As an Autism Support Assistant, you are the student's guide to the social and academic world, providing the scaffolding they need to thrive. Promoting Predictability: Use visual schedules and "now and next" boards to reduce anxiety and help students manage transitions between activities. Supportive Interventions: Work 1:1 to deliver personalised learning tasks that align with the student's specific interests and EHCP (Education, Health and Care Plan) goals. Managing "Meltdowns" with Empathy: Recognise the early signs of sensory or emotional deregulation and implement calming strategies or "masking" breaks before a crisis occurs. Social Coaching: Facilitate structured play or social interactions, helping students develop the tools they need to build friendships and work alongside peers.