Overview
ASD Specialist Teaching Assistant — Contract: Permanent. Hours: 37 hours, term time plus one week (39 weeks). Working pattern: 8am - 4pm Mon - Thurs, 8am - 3.30pm on Friday. Salary: Pathway 4, £25,296 - £27,006 (FTE £29,540 - £31,537). Site: Gladstone Primary Academy. Closing date: 9am on Friday 19th September. Start date: ASAP.
Please note the trust may decide to withdraw the advert before the closing date or interview suitable candidates prior to the advert closing.
Your role
As our new ASD Specialist Teaching Assistant, you’ll be at the heart of a nurturing, inclusive environment where your skills will directly shape the daily experiences of pupils with autism. You’ll work closely with our SENDCo and Explorers Class Teacher to deliver personalised support that helps children access learning, build independence, and feel safe and understood.
You already bring experience working with children with ASD, and you understand the importance of communication tools like PECS, TEACCH, and visual schedules. You’re confident adapting activities, managing behaviour positively, and celebrating every small step forward. You hold a Level 2 or 3 TA qualification or HLTA status, and you’re ready to be part of a team that values your insight and initiative.
Fluency Duty: As this role involves direct interaction with the public, it is essential that the candidate meets the Fluency Duty requirements as outlined in the Immigration Act 2016. The successful candidate must demonstrate fluency in English to ensure effective communication with our staff, parents and pupils.
Responsibilities
* Deliver personalised support to pupils with autism to help them access learning, develop independence, and feel secure.
* Collaborate with the SENDCo and class teacher to plan and adapt activities and resources.
* Use communication tools such as PECS, TEACCH, and visual schedules to support understanding and participation.
* Manage behaviour positively and celebrate progress, using agreed strategies.
* Contribute to creating a nurturing, inclusive classroom environment.
Qualifications
* Level 2 or 3 Teaching Assistant qualification or HLTA status.
* Experience working with children with ASD.
* Ability to adapt activities and use visual communication tools; understanding of PECS/TEACCH preferred.
About us
At Gladstone Primary Academy, you’ll be part of a warm, dedicated team with a strong sense of community and purpose. Our academy celebrates diversity and empowers every team member to make a lasting impact. You’ll have the opportunity to shape the operational excellence of our school, supported by ongoing training and development within a growing, values-led Trust.
Why work for us?
Join Thomas Deacon Education Trust and be part of a dedicated team committed to "working together to transform lives through education.” To learn more about the benefits we have on offer, check out our video here: Employee Benefits. At TDET, 95% of our new employees highly rate our induction programme. Benefit from the unwavering support of our dedicated staff, ensuring you feel welcomed and well-prepared from day one. According to our 2025 staff survey, 91% of staff are proud to work for TDET!
Ready to transform lives through education? Apply now and make a difference!
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Thomas Deacon Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The Academy will require the successful candidate to provide satisfactory references and undertake an Enhanced Check with the Disclosure and Barring Service.
At Thomas Deacon Education Trust, we are committed to equality of opportunity for all. We welcome applications from everyone, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. Join us in fostering an inclusive and supportive environment where all contributions are valued.
If you have any questions regarding this post, please contact the HR Team on e-mail at hrteam@tdet.education
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