Job Description

SEN Teaching Assistant

Location: Stockport

Role: Teaching Assistant (Autism)

Start Date: March 2026

Contract Type: Temporary, Full-Time (Term-Time only)

Working Hours: 8:30am - 3:30pm

Pay: £90.00- £110.00 per day (DOE)

Do you have a passion for supporting children with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC)? We're looking for a caring, patient, and committed Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming school in Stockport, where your support will genuinely change a child's school experience.

This is a rewarding role for someone who enjoys building relationships, creating calm and structured environments, and helping pupils feel confident, safe, and understood.

Due to the remote location, this role would be ideal for someone with own transport.

Teaching Assistant Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with ASC
• Support students with communication, social interaction, and emotional regulation
• Implement strategies in line with EHCPs and individual support plans
• Use structured approaches such as visual timetables and sensory strategies
• Support behaviour management and promote positive learning outcomes
• Work closely with the class teacher, SENCO, and wider support staff
• Help create a safe, inclusive, and nurturing learning environment

Experience, Training & Qualifications

• Experience supporting children or young people with ASC (school or care setting)
• Understanding of SEN and inclusive education practices
• Calm, patient, and empathetic approach
• Relevant training (e.g. autism awareness, safeguarding) is desirable but not essential

Requirements

• Right to Work in the UK
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)
• Two professional references

How to Apply

Please apply with an up-to-date CV outlining your relevant experience. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency for this vacancy. xbpsjku Safeguarding and child protection are central to everything we do, and all candidates will be subject to appropriate vetting checks prior to placement.

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