Autism Support Teaching Assistant – South Manchester

Location: South Manchester
Salary: £107.75 - £115 per day
Contract Type: Full-Time, Part-Time, Temporary, Long-Term & Permanent Opportunities
Start Date: September

Milk Education is seeking caring, patient and dedicated Autism Support Teaching Assistants to work across a range of schools in South Manchester from September.

We are looking for experienced Teaching Assistants, SEND professionals and support workers who are confident supporting children and young people with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) and additional needs.

With a wide range of opportunities available, we're open to speaking with candidates looking for long-term, short-term, part-time, full-time, temporary or permanent positions.

The successful candidate will provide individualised support, help pupils access learning and build positive relationships that encourage confidence, communication and independence.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide one-to-one and small-group support to pupils with autism and SEND
• Support pupils with communication, social interaction and emotional regulation
• Adapt learning activities to meet individual needs
• Use positive behaviour strategies to support engagement and learning
• Help pupils develop independence and confidence
• Work closely with teachers, SEND teams and wider school staff
• Follow individual support plans and contribute to a consistent approach

What We're Looking For:

• Previous experience supporting children or young people with autism, ASC or SEND
• Experience as a Teaching Assistant, SEND TA, Autism Support Worker, Support Worker or similar
• Understanding of autism and the different ways it can affect communication, behaviour and learning
• A calm, patient and adaptable approach
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Relevant SEND, education or care qualifications are desirable but not essential
• Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualifications are welcomed
• Experience supporting pupils with complex needs is desirable

Why Work with Milk Education:

• Competitive daily rates of pay
• Full-time, part-time, temporary, long-term and permanent opportunities
• Opportunities across South Manchester
• Work across mainstream, specialist and SEND settings
• Fast-track registration and compliance
• 5-star rated agency with 3,000+ reviews
• Free access to Milk Academy (1,000+ discounted CPD courses)
• FREE wellbeing resources and school preparation materials
• 24/7 consultant support
• Work with the UK's only eco-friendly education supply agency
• Nationwide network of schools and trusts

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.

Click 'Apply For Job' or drop me a message — happy to chat through the details.

Phone: 0161 327 0001
Email: marli.mendes@milk-education.co.uk

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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