North Shields

Teaching Assistant - Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC)

Full-Time | Immediate Start | Long-Term Opportunity

Are you an experienced and compassionate Teaching Assistant with a passion for supporting children and young people with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC)?

We are working in partnership with a welcoming and inclusive all-through SEND school in North Shields to recruit dedicated Teaching Assistants who are committed to helping pupils with a range of additional needs, including Autism (ASC), ADHD, Down syndrome, and moderate learning difficulties.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive school community where every pupil is encouraged to thrive in a safe, nurturing, and engaging learning environment.

Role

As a Teaching Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting pupils both academically and emotionally, helping them to develop confidence, independence, and essential life skills.

- Providing dedicated 1:1 support for pupils with complex ASC needs
- Supporting communication, emotional regulation, and engagement with learning
- Implementing structured routines and positive behaviour support strategies
- Assisting with personal care where required, always promoting dignity, independence, and wellbeing
- Working collaboratively with class teachers, the SENCO, therapists, and other professionals
- Contributing to a calm, safe, and inclusive classroom environment where every pupil can succeed

School

This specialist SEND school is recognised for its child-centred approach and commitment to delivering high-quality education and support.

You’ll Benefit From

- A welcoming and inclusive school community
- Small class sizes, allowing for personalised support
- A collaborative multidisciplinary team of teachers, therapists, and support staff
- Strong leadership with a genuine commitment to staff wellbeing and professional development
- Access to specialist training,



including autism-specific approaches, behaviour support, and therapy-led strategies
- A culture where agency staff are fully integrated and valued as part of the wider school team

You

We're looking for a patient, resilient, and enthusiastic individual who is passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of children with additional needs.

Essential Requirements

- Experience working with children or young people with SEND, particularly Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC)
- A positive understanding of behaviour support, communication strategies, and sensory needs
- A calm, positive, and nurturing approach
- Willingness to provide personal care where required
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills

Desirable

- Experience within a specialist SEND setting or ASC provision
- Knowledge of autism-specific approaches such as visual supports, structured teaching, or Intensive Interaction
- Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification

Benefits

- Full-time role with an immediate start
- Opportunity to secure a permanent position following a successful placement
- Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
- A supportive, collaborative, and welcoming working environment
- Competitive daily rates of pay, aligned with school pay scales where applicable

Safeguarding & Eligibility

Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people is at the heart of everything we do. All appointments are subject to a thorough recruitment process, including satisfactory references and an Enhanced DBS check. If you do not currently hold a valid DBS certificate, one will be arranged as part of the recruitment process.

Applicants must have the legal right to work within the UK education sector. Unfortunately, we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position, and applications that do not meet the eligibility requirements will not be considered.

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