Autism Teaching Assistant | Sunderland | Specialist SEND
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Location: Sunderland
Job Type: Full Time, Term Time Only
Start Date: As soon as available
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, school hours
Pay: £98–£120 per day, depending on experience
Could you be the consistent, patient and encouraging adult who helps a young person feel confident in school?
Protocol Education are looking for an Autism Teaching Assistant to support pupils within a specialist SEND setting in Sunderland.
The role would suit someone who understands that every pupil communicates and learns differently and is confident adapting their approach to meet individual needs.
Your Responsibilities
Provide personalised 1:1 and small-group support
Support pupils with Autism and associated additional needs
Encourage communication and social development
Help pupils access classroom activities
Support sensory regulation and emotional wellbeing
Follow individual support and behaviour plans
Encourage independence and life skills
Work alongside teachers, therapists and wider support staff
Celebrate progress, however big or small
The Ideal Candidate
You may have experience as a:
SEN Teaching Assistant
Learning Support Assistant
Support Worker
Autism Support Worker
Residential Support Worker
Youth Worker
Care Worker
Most importantly, you will be patient, observant and able to build genuine relationships with pupils.
Requirements
Experience supporting children or young people
Experience of Autism/SEND is desirable
Enhanced DBS or willingness to apply for one
A positive and flexible approach
Strong communication skills
Right to work in the UK
Why Protocol Education?
Competitive daily pay
Weekly PAYE payments
FREE CPD and online training
Dedicated consultant
Long-term and permanent opportunities
Ongoing support
£50 Refer a Friend bonus
If you have a passion for supporting young people with Autism and want to develop your SEND experience, we would love to hear from you.
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. xgikmsk In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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