Children's Autism Support Worker

Vision for Education

  • Coventry
  • £90 per day
  • Temporary
  • Full-time
  • 8 days ago
  • Apply easily
ABC Teachers are seeking an Autism Specialist Teaching Assistant to support and inspire learners in a small, inclusive SEN school setting.About the Role
  • Support a group of up to 8 children with Autism across both primary and secondary age ranges.
  • Work closely with the class teacher to deliver learning tailored to individual needs.
  • Promote communication, social interaction, and independence skills.
  • Use a range of strategies to help pupils access the curriculum effectively.
  • Create a safe, engaging, and supportive classroom environment.
About the School & Expectations
  • Join a specialist SEN school with a nurturing and structured approach to learning.
  • Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists, and support staff.
  • Follow individual education plans (IEPs) and apply behaviour-support strategies consistently.
  • Show flexibility, patience, and a proactive attitude to meet the needs of pupils.
  • Contribute to an inclusive, positive atmosphere where every learner’s potential is celebrated.
About you:To be considered for the Autism Specialist Teaching Assistant position, you will:
  • Have previous experience working with children and young people with a range of special educational needs, such as learning difficulties, autism, and sensory needs.
  • Suitable qualifications such as Youth Work, Health and Social Care or Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools are desired but not essential.
  • Have strong communications skills with the ability to quickly build rapport with students
  • Able to obtain suitable references and a DBS check.
ABC Teachers is committed to safeguarding children, young people, and vulnerable adults. We take our responsibilities extremely seriously. All staff we register will undertake thorough interviewing and referencing checks and hold, or be prepared to undergo, an Enhanced DBS check that must be registered on the Update Service.About ABC Teachers
ABC Teachers is a market-leading education recruitment and supply agency committed to the learning and development of young people. We are an employer of choice for high-quality primary, secondary and SEND teaching and support staff. We have branches across the country, andWhat ABC Teachers offerAs a valued employee of ABC Teachers, you will receive:
  • Excellent daily rates paid weekly by our in-house Payroll team using the Pay As You Earn (PAYE) system.
  • Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability and qualifying criteria).
  • Pension contributions (subject to a qualifying period).
  • Full compliance with AWR (Agency Workers’ Regulations), to make sure you get the pay and working conditions you are entitled to.
  • FREE training to help with your professional development such as Team Teach, Autism Awareness and an online Educare training package.
  • Generous refer a friend or colleague bonus scheme.
  • Access to a dedicated consultant, who will provide ongoing support.
How to apply
If you are a Autism Specialist Teaching Assistant who can enthuse, motivate and engage students and would like the challenge of working in a demanding and rewarding environment, then we want to hear from you.Apply today via this website, or for more information about this role and other opportunities across ABC Teachers, please contact our SEND team on 0121 4812230.Due to the coronavirus pandemic and to ensure we are fully compliant with Government guidance relating to social distancing, interviews with shortlisted candidates will take place by video call.#abcsupport

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