1:1 Teaching Assistant
Type: Temporary
Reference: 224721653
Job Description:
Specialist Teaching Assistant – Primary ASD School
Location: Nuneaton
Salary: £90 - £110 per day
Contract: Temporary full time or part time
Start Date: ASAP
Supply Star Recruitment is recruiting on behalf of a specialist primary SEND school supporting verbal and non-verbal autistic pupils.
About the School
The school provides a safe, structured, and nurturing environment for pupils aged 4–11 with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). The school focuses on personalised learning, communication, sensory regulation, and social-emotional development, helping pupils reach their full potential.
The Role
We are seeking Specialist Teaching Assistants to work with pupils with a wide range of communication abilities, including verbal, minimally verbal, and non-verbal learners. You will work closely with class teachers and therapists to support learning, communication, behaviour, and daily care.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide one-to-one or small group support for pupils with ASD
- Support communication using AAC systems, Makaton, PECS, or other personalised approaches
- Assist with sensory regulation, engagement, and behaviour support
- Support personal care, mobility, and medical needs
- Implement structured learning activities and visual schedules
- Collaborate with teachers, therapists, and families to meet EHCP targets
- Record pupil progress and contribute to assessment and planning
Person Specification
- Experience supporting children with ASD, verbal and non-verbal
- Strong understanding of communication strategies for non-verbal pupils
- Patient, empathetic, and adaptable
- Able to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
- Committed to safeguarding and promoting pupil wellbeing
You must have a clear Enhanced DBS certificate to be considered for this role. If you do not have one Supply Star Recruitment can support you in obtaining one.
If you have a CV that showcases your experience working in the education sector, care sector or in a similar capacity, please send it for consideration.
