At a Glance
- Tasks: Support pupils with autism in their learning and social skills development.
- Company: Welcoming primary school in Rochdale with a focus on inclusivity.
- Benefits: Competitive pay up to £120 per day and long-term opportunities.
- Other info: Full-time role with dedicated consultant support and career development opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while gaining valuable experience.
- Qualifications: Experience with autism support and strong relationship-building skills required.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 33483 £ per year.
Aspire People is seeking an experienced Autism Support Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school in Rochdale on a full-time basis. This role will involve providing dedicated support for pupils with autism, helping them access learning, develop communication skills and successfully engage in school life.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Teaching Assistant who has a strong understanding of autism and can provide consistent, structured support tailored to individual needs. You will work closely with one or more pupils with autism throughout the school day, helping them manage routines, transitions and classroom expectations. Some pupils may require support with communication, emotional regulation and sensory needs, while others may benefit from assistance developing social skills and independence.
The school is looking for a calm, patient and confident individual who can build positive relationships whilst maintaining clear boundaries and high expectations.
Key Responsibilities- Provide 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with autism
- Support pupils to access learning activities and classroom routines
- Use autism-friendly strategies and approaches to promote engagement
- Assist with communication and social interaction skills
- Implement behaviour support plans and agreed intervention strategies
- Support emotional regulation and help pupils manage challenging situations
- Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs and wider support staff
- Promote independence, confidence and positive outcomes
- Previous experience supporting pupils with autism
- A strong understanding of the needs of autistic children
- Experience implementing strategies to support communication and emotional regulation
- Excellent relationship-building skills
- The ability to remain calm and consistent in challenging situations
- A proactive and positive approach to supporting learning
- Experience working with children with autism
- Team Teach training or a comparable de-escalation and positive handling qualification
- Full-time availability, Monday to Friday
- Eligibility to work in the UK
- Fluent spoken and written English
- Willingness to complete safeguarding and vetting checks
- Applications are welcomed from candidates with backgrounds in:
- SEN schools or specialist provisions
- Mainstream schools with autism provisions
- Behaviour support roles
- Youth work or family support
- Care and support settings involving autistic children or young people
Available to you:
- Competitive daily rates up to £120 per day
- Full-time, long-term opportunity
- Support from a dedicated Aspire People consultant
- Opportunities to develop specialist SEN experience
- A rewarding role making a genuine difference to a child's educational journey
If you have experience supporting autistic pupils and hold Team Teach or similar positive handling training, we would love to hear from you. Apply today and a member of the Aspire People team will be in touch to discuss this opportunity in Rochdale.
Autism Support Teaching Assistant in Rochdale employer: Aspire People
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