1:1 ASC specialist Teaching Assistant in Wellingborough

1:1 ASC Specialist Teaching Assistant – Full Time
Location: Wellingborough, Northamptonshire
Hours: 8:30am – 3:30pm, Monday to Friday (term time only)
Start Date: As soon as possible
Contract Type: Full Time, Fixed Term (linked to pupil funding)
Salary: Dependent on experience and qualifications

We are seeking a compassionate, dedicated and knowledgeable 1:1 ASC (Autism Spectrum Condition) Specialist Teaching Assistant to join our warm and inclusive primary school in Wellingborough.

This is a fantastic opportunity to work closely with a child with a diagnosis of ASC, supporting their learning, communication, and emotional development in a nurturing and structured environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide one-to-one support for a pupil with ASC throughout the school day

• Implement strategies to support communication, social interaction, and sensory regulation

• Work closely with the class teacher, SENCo, and external professionals to deliver individualised support plans

• Promote a positive and inclusive classroom environment

• Support the child during unstructured times (e.g. break, lunch) as needed

We are looking for someone who:

• Has experience supporting children with Autism, ideally in a school setting

• Demonstrates patience, empathy and a calm, consistent approach

• Understands the principles of structured teaching (e.g. TEACCH, visual supports, sensory strategies)

• Can work flexibly as part of a supportive team

• Is passionate about helping children overcome barriers to learning and thrive

We can offer you:

• A supportive and welcoming school community

• A committed team of staff and senior leadership

• Access to relevant training and development opportunities

• The chance to make a lasting difference in a child’s life

If you would like to apply please email your CV to: samantha.banks@teachingpersonnel.com

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.If you have a genuine desire to help children with SEN thrive in their learning, we want to hear from you!

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.