Autism teaching assistant

Job Description

Teaching Assistants Required – Autism Base within Mainstream Secondary School

Location: CardiffSalary: £93–£98 per dayContract: Full-Time and Part-Time Positions Available

Teaching Personnel is seeking dedicated and compassionate Teaching Assistants to support students within an Autism Base located in a mainstream secondary school in Cardiff.

This rewarding role involves working closely with pupils aged 11–16 who have Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), helping them access learning, develop social skills, and achieve their individual goals in a supportive educational environment.

Experience with children or adults with ASC is necessary for this role.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide one-to-one and small group support for students with autism.
• Assist teachers in delivering engaging and inclusive learning activities.
• Support students with communication, emotional regulation, and social interaction.
• Help create a positive, structured, and nurturing learning environment.
• Encourage independence and confidence both inside and outside the classroom.

Requirements:

• Previous experience supporting children or adults with autism is essential.
• A patient, empathetic, and adaptable approach.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• A genuine passion for supporting individuals with additional learning needs.
• Relevant qualifications are desirable but not essential.

What We Offer:

• Competitive daily pay of £93–£98 per day.
• Full-time and part-time opportunities to suit your availability.
• Ongoing support and professional development.
• The opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of young people.

If you have experience working with individuals with autism and are looking for a rewarding role within education, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today to join our team and help support students to reach their full potential.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.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’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.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. Full assistance provided.For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.