1:1 Autism Specialist Teaching Assistant
| Job title: | 1:1 Autism Specialist Teaching Assistant |
| Contract type: | Temporary |
| Location: | Coalville |
| Industry: | SEND |
| Salary: | £95 - £100 per hour |
| Reference: | 0000316129_1758289895 |
| Contact name: | Aspire People Limited |
| Contact email: | Matt@aspirepeople.co.uk |
Job description
1:1 Autism Specialist Teaching AssistantLocation: Coalville
Contract Type: Full-time (5 days a week)
Salary: £95 - £100 per day
Start Date: ASAP
Do you have a passion for supporting children with Autism and making a real impact in their day-to-day school life?
Aspire People are currently recruiting for a compassionate and experienced 1:1 Autism Specialist to work in a primary school in Coalville. This full-time role involves providing dedicated 1:1 support to a child with Autism, helping them engage in learning and navigate the school day with confidence.
About the Role:
As a 1:1 Autism Specialist, you will play a vital role in supporting a primary-aged child who requires consistent, individualised support. You will be responsible for helping the pupil access learning, manage transitions, and develop their communication and social skills in a safe and supportive environment.
Your responsibilities will include:
Providing consistent 1:1 support to a child with Autism throughout the school day
Implementing strategies and interventions based on the child's EHCP or support plan
Supporting communication and interaction, using visual aids, prompts, or alternative methods where needed
Encouraging positive behaviour and helping the child develop coping strategies
Assisting with sensory needs or emotional regulation if required
Working closely with the class teacher, SENCO, and external professionals to ensure the child's needs are fully met
Creating a nurturing and structured environment to help the child feel safe, supported, and ready to learn
Requirements:
Previous experience working in a UK school setting, ideally in a 1:1 or SEN support role
Specific experience working with children with Autism (ASD)
Understanding of common autism strategies and interventions (e.g., PECS, visual schedules, sensory support)
Patience, empathy, and consistency are essential
Excellent communication skills and the ability to build a strong, trusting relationship with the child
Ability to work collaboratively as part of a wider support team
Why Aspire People?
Aspire People is a well-established education recruitment agency, dedicated to helping schools find high-quality staff who make a real difference. We offer:
Competitive daily pay rates
Continuous professional development and training opportunities
A supportive and friendly recruitment team
A focus on matching the right candidates to the right roles
How to Apply:
If you're an experienced Autism Specialist looking for a fulfilling 1:1 role in a primary school, we'd love to hear from you. Please send your CV to apply now.
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.
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