Autism Support Teaching Assistant

Job description

Autism Support Teaching Assistant

Location: Driffield
Salary: £88 – £110 per day
Contract: Full Time
Start Date: Immediate

GSL Education are seeking a dedicated Autism Support Teaching Assistant to support pupils in a primary school in Driffield.

About the School

This welcoming primary school offers a nurturing and inclusive learning environment where pupils with additional needs receive personalised support. Staff are committed to helping pupils feel secure, confident and able to access the curriculum.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 support for pupils with autism
• Assist with classroom learning activities
• Support communication and social interaction
• Encourage routines and structured learning
• Work closely with class teachers and SEN staff

Requirements

• Experience supporting pupils with ASC preferred
• Patient and nurturing approach
• Primary school experience desirable
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to apply

Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks including an enhanced DBS on the update service.