✏️ Autism Support Assistant - Full Time
📍 Location: Tameside
📅 Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 3:30pm
💰 Pay Rate: From £102 per day
🌟 Contract: January 2026
Are you a compassionate and patient SEN Teaching Assistant who's passionate about supporting children with autism? We're looking for a dedicated, enthusiastic, and understanding individual to join a specialist unit within a mainstream primary school in the Tameside area 💫
🌈 About the Role:
You'll be working with pupils who have a range of additional learning needs, helping them access the curriculum, build confidence, and achieve their full potential.
This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in a nurturing, inclusive environment, supported by a friendly and experienced team of educators.
🧩 Key Responsibilities:
* Provide 1:1 and small group support to pupils with a range of SEN (including autism, ADHD, and communication needs)
• Assist with classroom activities, tailored learning, and intervention sessions
• Collaborate closely with teachers and the SENCo to implement support plans
• Encourage and promote positive behaviour, emotional wellbeing, and independence
• Follow safeguarding, behaviour management, and school policies at all times
💬 Requirements:
* Previous experience working as a SEN TA or supporting children with special educational needs ideally Autism
• A calm, nurturing, and proactive approach to supporting children's learning and development
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• An Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to obtain one)
• Relevant qualifications (e.g. Level 2/3 TA, SEN, or equivalent) - desirable but not essential
💼 Why Work with Educato?
* Competitive pay rates.
• Consistent weekday hours (8:30am-3:30pm, Monday to Friday)
• Ongoing, long-term position within a supportive school environment
• Continuous support from a friendly and professional education agency
📩 How to Apply:
If you're passionate about supporting young people who need a fresh start, we'd love to hear from you!
👉 Apply today with your CV
This role is subject to an Enhanced DBS, satisfactory references, and full compliance with KCSIE (2024) guidance and safer recruitment standards. Overseas police checks may be required where applicable.
Educato Limited is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Educato Limited acts as an employment business in relation to this vacancy.