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Autism Support Teaching Assistant (Contract)

Yesterday by AMA Admin : Milk Education : Sheffield

Job Location:
United Kingdom -England -Yorkshire and the Humber -South Yorkshire -Sheffield
Salary:
£92 - £120/day

Autism Support Teaching Assistant 

 

Are you an experienced Teaching Assistant with a passion for supporting children with autism? Do you have a patient, nurturing and flexible approach and want to make a real difference to the lives of children with additional needs? This could be the role for you! 

 

About Us: 

Milk Education is more than a supply partner – we’re a community for educators. Join us and gain access to training, personal development opportunities, and ongoing support throughout your supply journey. 

We’re currently recruiting Autism Support Teaching Assistants to work across schools, supporting children and young people with autism and a range of additional needs. 

You’ll be working alongside teachers and SEND professionals to provide personalised support, helping pupils to access learning, develop their confidence and build positive relationships within the school environment. 

Whether you’re looking for flexible day-to-day supply work or a longer-term opportunity, we can offer placements to suit your experience, availability and career goals. 

This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who understands the importance of consistency, patience and a child-centred approach when supporting pupils with autism.

 

Your main responsibilities will include: 

  • Providing one-to-one and small-group support to children with autism 

  • Supporting pupils to access learning and participate positively in classroom activities 

  • Developing positive and trusting relationships with pupils 

  • Supporting communication, social interaction and emotional regulation 

  • Helping pupils develop their independence, confidence and life skills 

  • Using appropriate strategies to support pupils with their individual needs 

  • Supporting pupils who may display challenging behaviour, using positive and consistent approaches 

  • Working closely with teachers, SEND staff and other professionals to provide consistent support 

  • Following individual support plans and adapting your approach to meet the needs of each pupil 

  • Creating a calm, safe and inclusive learning environment 

  • Supporting classroom activities and getting involved wherever additional support is required 

  • Following school policies and safeguarding procedures 

 

Requirements or Skills: 

  • Previous experience supporting children or young people with autism – essential 

  • A good understanding of autism and the individual needs of autistic pupils 

  • Experience working within a school, education, care or similar setting 

  • A patient, calm and nurturing approach 

  • The ability to build positive and trusting relationships with children 

  • Good communication skills and the ability to adapt your communication style 

  • The confidence to support pupils with behaviour and emotional regulation 

  • A flexible and proactive approach, with a willingness to get stuck in 

  • The ability to work effectively as part of a wider school and SEND team 

  • Team Teach, MAPA or other relevant behaviour support training is desirable but not essential 

  • A willingness to complete the required safeguarding and compliance checks 

 

Benefits: 

  • Competitive rates of pay with day-to-day and long-term supply opportunities available 

  • Flexible days and working hours to suit your schedule 

  • The opportunity to work with a range of pupils with autism and additional needs 

  • Potential long-term opportunities and temp-to-perm positions 

  • Culture-matched placements – we take the time to understand you and find schools that fit your values and strengths 

  • Speedy registration process and fast-track compliance 

  • 5+ CPD courses completed before placement, including Safeguarding, SEND and Behaviour 

  • Access to further accredited training through Milk Academy 

  • School Preparation Pack with handover notes and school guides, so you walk in ready on day one 

  • FREE PSHE lesson plans and resources, designed by real teachers 

  • FREE Educator Wellbeing resources and access to our community hub 

  • 24/7 support from your personal consultant throughout your placement 

  • The opportunity to build relationships with schools and potentially secure a permanent position 

 

This role is paid within the advertised pay scale. Your starting rate will be determined by your qualifications, relevant experience, and the requirements of the assignment. 

Interested? Click ‘Apply Now’ 

Milk Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We are APSCo Compliance+ accredited, meeting the highest standards in safer recruitment. All applicants will be subject to compliance checks in line with DfE, Keeping Children Safe in Education and APSCo guidelines. 

Milk Education is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age. By applying, you agree to our Privacy Policy, available on our website. 

Milk Education is acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy. 

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