SEN Teaching Assistant – 1:1 Autism Support

Location: LS28
Setting: Primary School
Contract: Full-time
Start Date: ASAP
Salary: £88–£110 per day (dependent on experience)

You’re not “just” a TA.

You’re the calm voice. The steady presence. The one who spots the wobble before it turns into a storm.

We’re working with a welcoming primary school in LS28 looking for a full-time SEN Teaching Assistant to support a lovely pupil with autism on a 1:1 basis. This role is all about building trust, creating routine, and helping one child feel safe, understood, and ready to learn.

If you’ve got patience, empathy, and a knack for turning tricky moments into small wins, you’ll fit right in.

What you’ll be doing:

• Providing consistent 1:1 support for a pupil with autism

• Using visual timetables and structured routines

• Supporting emotional regulation and sensory needs

• Working closely with the class teacher and SENCO

• Celebrating progress, even the tiny steps forward

We’d love you to have:

• Experience supporting children with autism

• A calm, positive approach

• Confidence managing behaviours with kindness and structure

• A genuine passion for SEND support

This is a school that truly values its support staff. You won’t be left figuring it out alone. There’s guidance, collaboration, and a team that understands how important your role is.

Why work with Protocol Education?

• Weekly pay through PAYE, no umbrella companies

• FREE access to our online CPD Academy

• Personalised support from a dedicated consultant

• Opportunities in mainstream, SEND, and alternative settings

• Streamlined registration and local bookings

• Referral scheme, earn rewards for referring friends

If you’re Thrive trained, even better. If not, ask us about our FREE Thrive training, it’s a brilliant addition to your toolkit and schools love to see it.

Ready to make a real difference, one child at a time? Apply now or give us a call for a chat.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further 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.

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