1:1 Autism Support TA

1:1 Autism Support Teaching Assistant - Primary School

Location: Salford
Start Date: October 2026
Contract: Full-Time

Make a Difference to a Child's Educational Journey

Teaching Personnel is delighted to be working in partnership with a welcoming and inclusive primary school in Salford to recruit a dedicated 1:1 Autism Support Teaching Assistant for a full-time position starting in October 2026.

This rewarding role involves providing individual support to a pupil with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), helping them access learning, develop social and communication skills, and thrive both academically and emotionally within the school environment.

The Role

As a 1:1 Autism Support Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Provide dedicated one-to-one support for a pupil with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC).
• Build a positive and trusting relationship that promotes confidence, engagement, and independence.
• Support the pupil in accessing classroom activities and adapting learning tasks where required.
• Implement tailored strategies and interventions to meet the pupil's individual needs.
• Work closely with the class teacher, SENCo, and external professionals to ensure consistent and effective support.
• Encourage the development of social skills, emotional regulation, and positive interactions with peers.
• Monitor progress and contribute to the review of support plans, targets, and interventions.
• Help create a safe, structured, and inclusive learning environment where the pupil can thrive.

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for someone who:

• Has previous experience supporting children with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) in an educational, childcare, or care setting.
• Demonstrates patience, empathy, and a calm, positive approach to supporting children with additional needs.
• Has a genuine passion for helping children overcome barriers to learning.
• Can build strong working relationships with pupils, families, and school staff.
• Possesses excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Holds relevant SEN qualifications, Autism training, or experience implementing autism-specific strategies (desirable).
• Is proactive, adaptable, and committed to making a positive impact on a child's educational experience.

Why Work with Teaching Personnel?

• Competitive weekly pay, paid every Friday, based on experience and responsibilities.
• Access to free and discounted professional development through the Teaching Personnel CPD Academy.
• Convenient access to bookings, timesheets, payslips, and placement information through the myTP portal.
• Ongoing support and guidance from a dedicated consultant throughout your placement.
• Opportunities to work within schools that place safeguarding, wellbeing, and inclusion at the heart of their provision.
• Recognition opportunities through the Teaching Personnel Excellence in Education Awards.

Apply Today

If you are passionate about supporting children with autism and want to make a genuine difference in a young person's educational journey, we would love to hear from you.

Submit your CV today to be considered for this rewarding opportunity, and a member of the Teaching Personnel team will be in touch to discuss the role and next steps.

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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.
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