Job Description
Autism Teaching Assistant Location: Middlesbrough Contract Type: Full-Time / Term-Time Only Pay: 95 to 110 per day Start Date: ASAP Are you a patient, empathetic, and resilient individual passionate about making a difference in a child''s life? A welcoming SEN School in Middlesbrough is seeking a Teaching Assistant to support their pupils with Autism.This is a rewarding role where you''ll play a key part in helping the child feel safe, understood, and supported-both emotionally and academically.About the Role:Provide dedicated support on a 1:1 basis and in small groupsAssist with emotional regulation, behaviour management, and transitions throughout the daySupport access to learning activities and adapt tasks where neededUse structure, consistency, and visual supports to meet the child''s individual needsCollaborate with the class teacher, SENCO, and external professionals to implement strategies and interventionsMonitor and record progress, triggers, and behaviours in line with school policyWe''re Looking For:Experience working with children with Autism needsA calm, nurturing, and proactive approach to behaviour managementConfidence in using behaviour strategies and de-escalation techniquesGood understanding of SEND A relevant qualification such as Level 2 or 3 in Supporting Teaching and Learning however relevant experience will be considered if you do not have the qualificationsTeam Teach or similar positive handling training (advantageous but not essential)Be able to ..... full job details .....