Autism Specialist Teaching Assistant

Be the Consistent Support a Child Needs to ThriveAutism Specialist Teaching Assistant | Primary, Secondary & Specialist ProvisionsSome children need more than classroom support.They need understanding. Structure. Encouragement. Someone who recognises their strengths and helps them navigate the challenges they face every day.Protocol Education is recruiting Autism Specialist Teaching Assistants to support children and young people with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) across Primary, Secondary and Specialist SEND settings.The Opportunity As an Autism Specialist Teaching Assistant, you'll play a vital role in helping pupils access education, develop confidence and achieve their potential. You'll work closely with teachers, SENCOs and wider support teams to create positive learning experiences tailored to individual needs.Many of the pupils you support may benefit from additional guidance with communication, social interaction, emotional regulation and managing transitions throughout the school day.You'll help pupils to: Build confidence and independenceDevelop communication and social skillsFeel safe, supported and understoodEngage positively with learningReach personal and educational goals Your Responsibilities Providing one-to-one and small group supportBuilding positive and trusting relationships with pupilsSupporting communication and interaction throughout the school dayImplementing personalised strategies and support plansEncouraging engagement in learning activitiesSupporting pupils with emotional regulation and transitionsPromoting independence, resilience and confidence Who We're Looking For We're looking for people who are patient, understanding and passionate about supporting children and young people.Experience within education, care, youth work, coaching, mentoring, residential care, mental health support or support work is beneficial, but not essential.We're particularly interested in individuals who can: Build strong relationshipsRemain calm in challenging situationsAdapt their approach to meet individual needsAct as positive and reliable role modelsCreate a supportive and inclusive environment Why Work With Protocol Education? Flexible opportunities to suit your lifestyleCompetitive pay ratesOngoing SEND and autism-specific trainingOpportunities across Primary, Secondary and Specialist SchoolsDedicated consultant support throughout your placementClear progression routes into education, SEN and pastoral support careers Make a Difference Every Day If you're passionate about helping children with autism develop confidence, independence and a love of learning, we'd love to hear from you.Apply today to become an Autism Specialist Teaching Assistant with Protocol Education and help create positive outcomes for young people every day. 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. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date. Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants. We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service. Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please see visit the Protocol Education website.