Specialist Teaching Assistant - Primary ASD School

Location: Nuneaton
Salary: £90 - £110 per day
Contract: Temporary full time or part time
Start Date: ASAP

Supply Star Recruitment is recruiting on behalf of a specialist primary SEND school supporting verbal and non-verbal autistic pupils.

About the School

The school provides a safe, structured, and nurturing environment for pupils aged 4-11 with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). The school focuses on personalised learning, communication, sensory regulation, and social-emotional development, helping pupils reach their full potential.

The Role

We are seeking Specialist Teaching Assistants to work with pupils with a wide range of communication abilities, including verbal, minimally verbal, and non-verbal learners. You will work closely with class teachers and therapists to support learning, communication, behaviour, and daily care.

Key Responsibilities

* Provide one-to-one or small group support for pupils with ASD

* Support communication using AAC systems, Makaton, PECS, or other personalised approaches

* Assist with sensory regulation, engagement, and behaviour support

* Support personal care, mobility, and medical needs

* Implement structured learning activities and visual schedules

* Collaborate with teachers, therapists, and families to meet EHCP targets

* Record pupil progress and contribute to assessment and planning

Person Specification

* Experience supporting children with ASD, verbal and non-verbal

* Strong understanding of communication strategies for non-verbal pupils

* Patient, empathetic, and adaptable

* Able to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team

* Committed to safeguarding and promoting pupil wellbeing

You must have a clear Enhanced DBS certificate to be considered for this role. If you do not have one Supply Star Recruitment can support you in obtaining one.

If you have a CV that showcases your experience working in the education sector, care sector or in a similar capacity, please send it for consideration