Teaching Assistant needed for
Job description
Teaching Assistant (Short-Term – ASD Support)
Location: Morecambe (LA3)
School Type: Primary School
Role Type: Temporary / Short-Term
Start Date: ASAP
We are seeking a patient and dedicated Teaching Assistant to provide 1:1 support for a pupil with Autism (ASD) in a welcoming primary school in the Morecambe (LA3) area. This is a short-term role linked to funding, with a focus on supporting the child’s learning, communication, and emotional needs.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide consistent 1:1 support tailored to a pupil with ASD
- Implement structured routines and strategies to support engagement
- Support communication, social interaction, and emotional regulation
- Work closely with the class teacher and SENCO to adapt learning activities
- Promote a calm, safe, and inclusive learning environment
Ideal Candidate:
- Experience supporting children with Autism (ASD) in a school setting
- Understanding of strategies such as visual supports, routines, and sensory needs
- Calm, patient, and nurturing approach
- Ability to build positive, trusting relationships
- Strong teamwork and communication skills
What We Offer:
- Supportive and inclusive primary school environment
- Opportunity to make a meaningful difference to a child’s development
- Competitive daily rate
If you have experience supporting children with ASD and are looking for a rewarding short-term opportunity, we would love to hear from you.
Apply now with your CV and a member of the team will be in touch!
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.
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