1:1 Autism Specialist Teaching Assistant

1:1 Autism Specialist Teaching Assistant
Location: Coalville
Contract Type: Full-time (5 days a week)
Salary: -95 - -100 per day
Start Date: ASAP

Do you have a passion for supporting children with Autism and making a real impact in their day-to-day school life?
Aspire People are currently recruiting for a compassionate and experienced 1:1 Autism Specialist to work in a primary school in Coalville. This full-time role involves providing dedicated 1:1 support to a child with Autism, helping them engage in learning and navigate the school day with confidence.

About the Role:
As a 1:1 Autism Specialist, you will play a vital role in supporting a primary-aged child who requires consistent, individualised support. You will be responsible for helping the pupil access learning, manage transitions, and develop their communication and social skills in a safe and supportive environment.
Your responsibilities will include:

Providing consistent 1:1 support to a child with Autism throughout the school day

Implementing strategies and interventions based on the child''s EHCP or support plan

Supporting communication and interaction, using visual aids, prompts, or alternative methods where needed

Encouraging positive behaviour and helping the child develop coping strategies

Assisting with sensory needs or emotional regulation if required

Working closely with the class teacher, SENCO, and external professionals to ensure the child''s needs are fully met

Creating a nurturing and structured environment to help the child feel safe, supported, and ready to learn

Requirements:

Previous experience working in a UK school setting, ideally in a 1:1 or SEN support role

Specific experience working with children with Autism (ASD)

Understanding of common autism strategies and interventions (e.g., PECS, visual schedules, sensory support)

Patience, empathy, and consistency are essential

Excellent communication skills and the ability to build a strong, trusting relationship with the child

Ability to work collaboratively as part of a wider support team

Why Aspire People?
Aspire People is a well-established education recruitment agency, dedicated to helping schools find high-quality staff who make a real difference. We offer:

Competitive daily pay rates

Continuous professional development and training opportunities

A supportive and friendly recruitment team

A focus on matching the right candidates to the right roles

How to Apply:
If you''re an experienced Autism Specialist looking for a fulfilling 1:1 role in a primary school, we''d love to hear from you. Please send your CV to apply now.

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.