Autism Teaching Assistant – Bradford

DATE POSTED

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SEND

Job Branch & Location

Yorkshire - Bradford

Job Setting & Role

SEND & SEMH - Support
Supply
£90 - £105 PER DAY DEPENDENT UPON EXPERIENCE

About the role:

Justteachers is seeking a dedicated Autism Teaching Assistant to join a supportive and inclusive school in the Bradford area on a long-term basis.

This full-time position is due to start in September, with shortlisting currently underway. The school is committed to creating a structured, inclusive and nurturing environment where pupils with Autism Spectrum Conditions (ASC) can develop academically, socially and emotionally.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supporting pupils with autism to access learning and participate in daily classroom routines
• Implementing personalised strategies, visual supports and communication systems (e.g. PECS, Makaton)
• Promoting social interaction, independence and emotional regulation
• Working closely with teachers, SENCOs and external professionals to provide a consistent support approach

Pre-requisites:

  • Relevant qualifications in education, SEN, childcare, youth work or support work
    • Proven experience supporting children or young people with autism
    • Strong understanding of autism, sensory needs and structured approaches such as TEACCH
    • Experience using behaviour management, de-escalation and communication strategies
    • Two education or school-based references
Job Reference: JT25CR155701

PLEASE APPLY BELOW, OR CALL US NOW ON 01274 905 440

Justteachers is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS including a children’s barred list check and where applicable a vulnerable adults barred list check is required for all successful candidates.

To be considered for the role and the rates advertised, you must meet the minimum experience, training or qualifications stated and have the legal right to work in the UK. To be considered for a higher rate, in addition to meeting the minimum criteria, you must be able to demonstrate additional experience, training, and if applicable, qualifications. This role complies with AWR (2010) regulations protecting agency workers’ rights. Please note that this job expires after 90 days, you can though still apply to be considered for similar roles that we have available.

Justteachers is committed to promoting equal opportunities in employment. We believe that diversity and inclusion are integral to our success and are committed to ensuring our workforce reflects the diversity of the schools we support. We will ensure that our recruitment and selection processes are fair and conducted on the basis of merit, qualifications and abilities, against objective criteria. Policies ensure fair treatment, encourage diverse representation, support flexible working, and foster an inclusive environment free from harassment, with compliance often mandated by employment legislation. There shall be no discrimination against candidates because of age, disability, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation.
If you require any adjustments or support during the application process, please let us know, and we will do our best to accommodate your needs.

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