At a Glance
- Tasks: Support pupils with complex Autism Spectrum Disorder in a specialist setting.
- Company: Join a dedicated team in a specialist SEND provision in Rochdale.
- Benefits: Make a real difference while gaining valuable experience and skills.
- Other info: Full-time role starting after October half term with ongoing support.
- Why this job: Empower learners with complex needs to achieve their potential.
- Qualifications: Experience with complex ASD and a Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification.
The predicted salary is between 19350 - 23650 £ per year.
Location: Rochdale
Start Date: After October Half Term
Hours: Full-time
Contract: Ongoing
Are you an experienced Teaching Assistant with a background in supporting pupils with complex Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)? Looking for a rewarding but challenging role where your skills and resilience can make a real difference?
We're recruiting a dedicated and resilient ASD Teaching Assistant to join a specialist SEND provision in Rochdale on a full-time, ongoing basis, starting after October half term.
This role is suited to someone with proven experience supporting learners with complex ASD who understands the challenges of working in a specialist setting and can remain calm, consistent and positive in demanding situations.
The Role:
- Providing tailored support to pupils with complex ASD and additional needs.
- Supporting learners with communication, emotional regulation, engagement and daily routines.
- Responding calmly and appropriately to challenging behaviour, following individual support plans and school policies.
- Supporting pupils with personal care and physical needs where required.
- Implementing strategies that promote safety, positive behaviour, independence and wellbeing.
- Working closely with teachers and support staff to deliver consistent, high-quality care and education.
The Ideal Candidate:
- Experienced: Essential experience working with learners with complex ASD in a specialist or comparable setting.
- Resilient: Able to manage the emotional and physical demands of the role and remain composed in challenging situations.
- Reliable: Consistent attendance and punctuality are essential, as learners rely on familiar staff, established routines and trusted relationships.
- Patient and adaptable: Able to respond to individual needs with empathy and professionalism.
- Proactive: Confident following guidance, working as part of a team and maintaining a safe learning environment.
Essential Requirements:
- Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification or Level 2 Health and Social Care (HSC) qualification.
- Demonstrable experience supporting pupils or individuals with complex ASD.
- A reliable, consistent approach and a genuine commitment to supporting learners with additional needs.
Desirable Training (not essential):
- Team Teach
- Manual Handling
- Safer Handling
- MAPA
- SCIP
Candidates with relevant training are encouraged to apply, but these qualifications are not essential for the right person with the required experience and attitude.
Why Apply?
This is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in a specialist SEND provision, helping learners with complex needs access education, develop essential skills and achieve their potential.
ASD Teaching Assistant - October 1/2 Term Ongoing employer: Aspire People
Aspire People is an exceptional employer for FE & College Lecturers in South Wales, offering competitive pay rates of £28 - £45 per hour along with a £100 sign-up bonus after 20 days of work. With a strong commitment to employee growth through free CPD and safeguarding training, as well as dedicated consultant support, Aspire People fosters a flexible and inclusive work culture that empowers educators to inspire the next generation while enjoying meaningful and rewarding employment.
