Academics are looking to appoint an experienced and nurturing 1:1 Teaching Assistant for a client primary school in Stoke-on Trent, to support a Year 4 learner with ASD (autism spectrum disorder). This role is for 5 days per week and is for the summer term (April - July 2026).

Our partnership school is known for its community feel, as they offer a very self-motivated, stimulating, and wide-ranging curriculum that heavily embraces music, sport, and the performing arts. Parents have a substantial involvement with daily life of the school and the school ensures that they are constantly updated about their child's progress by all school staff.

Responsibilities

• Providing high quality 1:1 support for a Year 4 learner who is on the Autism Spectrum.
• Support this learner to develop essential skills, build social connections, and engage actively in learning.
• Implement tailored strategies to promote emotional regulation, resilience, and independence.
• Work collaboratively with teaching staff, SENCO, and external agencies when needed.
• Assisting the class teacher in adapting classroom activities and resources for the learner.
• You will be adept at tailoring your approach and support to respond to the needs and strengths of the learner.

• The ability to create and foster an inclusive and safe learning environment for all learners and the wider school community.

For this long-term role, applicants who apply:

• Will have previous experience working with learners with ASD (autism spectrum disorder).
• Must be calm, resilient, and to be able to remain consistent under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Will be able to build trusting relationships and implement clear structures and routines.
• Be empathetic, flexible, and committed to long-term support for the learner.
• Will have a good level of literacy and numeracy skills (GCSE English and Maths Grade 4 or Grade C and above/Functional Skills Level 2 in the minimum required).
• Hold a current Enhanced DBS that is registered with the Update Service, or you will be prepared to apply for a new DBS with ourselves (cost applied).

We are an agency that are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all of our staff to share this commitment. All applicants will be subject to our stringent vetting procedures, which include an enhanced DBS check, full work history, references and an interview.

If you are an experienced SEN 1:1 Teaching Assistant that wishes to be considered for this long-term role, please click 'APPLY NOW' below with no delay.