Job Description
Job Title: Autism Support Teaching Assistant (ASD TA) – Primary\n Location: Gateshead\n Salary: £84 - £110 per day (Depending on experience)\n Start Date: Immediate\n Contract Type: Daily Supply, Long-Term\n\nDo you have the patience, empathy, and dedication to support children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) in a primary school setting?\n\nA welcoming and inclusive primary school is seeking a caring and proactive ASD Teaching Assistant (ASD TA) to provide full-time support to students with autism in a welcoming school in Gateshead. This is a favourable opportunity to play a vital role in helping young learners build confidence, communication skills, and independence in their early educational journey.\n\nKey Responsibilities:\n\nProvide 1:1 and small group support to pupils with ASD across the primary age range.\nAssist the class teacher in delivering tailored lessons and structured routines.\nUse visual timetables, PECS, or Makaton to support communication and understanding.\nHelp manage sensory needs and regulate behaviour in a positive and consistent manner.\nEncourage social interaction, emotional development, and academic engagement.\nMonitor progress and contribute to individual support plans and reviews.\nFoster a calm, safe, and inclusive learning environment.\nJob Requirements:\n\nExperience supporting children with autism in a school, nursery, or care setting.\nStrong understanding of ASD and strategies to support learning and behaviour.\nA calm, patient, and nurturing approach to working with young learners.\nGood communication and teamwork skills.\nKnowledge of safeguarding and child protection practices.\nRelevant qualifications (e.g., CACHE Level 2/3, SEND training) are desirable.\nHave an updated CV (covering the last ten years, barring any unexplained gaps) and an enhanced DBS registered to the Update Service (or be willing to apply for one).\nWhat does GSL Education Offer?\n\nIdeal for graduates considering careers in teaching, educational psychology, or SEN support.\nFull training and ongoing professional development opportunities.\nSupportive and collaborative team environment.\nIf you are a motivated graduate ready to begin your journey in education, we would love to hear from you. Apply today to be considered for this rewarding role as an ASD TA Primary in Gateshead.\n\nPlease be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks; including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service, or completing an application for a new check.\n\nAs an ethical, inclusive and independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools across the UK.\n\nFor more information or to register your interest in the ‘ASD TA’ role, or to be considered, please click ‘apply now’ to submit your full and up-to-date CV and get in touch directly with Saif at (url removed) for more information.\n\n Referral Bonus!\n\nKnow someone perfect for this role? Refer them and earn £100 in vouchers after a qualifying period