Are you passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of young people with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)? We are recruiting dedicated Teaching Assistants to join one of our client's specialist secondary schools, supporting pupils with a range of ASD needs in a nurturing, structured and forward-thinking environment.
📍 Location: Specialist Secondary School (ASD)
📅 Contract: Full-time, Long-term
📚 Start: ASAP / Ongoing
About the Role
As a Teaching Assistant, you will be key in supporting students with ASD to access learning, develop social and emotional skills, and achieve their full potential. Working closely with teachers, therapists, and pastoral staff, you will help create a calm, inclusive and engaging learning environment tailored to individual needs.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide 1:1 and small-group support to students with ASD.
- Assist in the implementation of personalised learning plans and behaviour strategies.
- Support pupils social communication, emotional regulation, and independence skills.
- Contribute to maintaining a safe, structured and positive classroom environment.
- Work collaboratively with teaching staff and external specialists.
- Encourage student engagement through patience, creativity, and consistency.
The Ideal Candidate Will Have:
- Experience supporting pupils with ASD or additional learning needs (desirable but not essential).
- A calm, empathetic and resilient approach.
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
- The ability to follow guidance and work effectively as part of a team.
- A genuine passion for helping young people thrive.
What We Offer:
- A long-term, stable position within a highly supportive and specialist school.
- Ongoing professional development and training opportunities.
- Competitive pay rates.
- The chance to make a meaningful difference every day.
If you are enthusiastic, committed, and ready to support students with ASD in a rewarding school environment, we want to hear from you!
Apply now to join our team and take the next step in your education career.
Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks