Description
SEND Teaching Assistant – ASC (Autism Specialist)
Location: Newton-le-Willows
Start Date: Late November / December 2026
Contract: Full-Time & Part-Time Opportunities | Long-Term
Pay: From £110 per day
SEND Teaching Assistants Required – Autism & Behaviour Support
Are you an experienced, resilient and proactive Teaching Assistant with a passion for supporting children with Autism and additional needs?
Axcis Education is currently recruiting dedicated SEND Teaching Assistants to support pupils with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) within a welcoming primary and secondary school setting in Newton-le-Willows.
With a number of full-time and part-time opportunities available, this is an excellent opportunity for individuals who are passionate about SEND and confident supporting pupils with behavioural, emotional and additional learning needs.
The school supports pupils with a range of needs, including Autism (ASC), ADHD and Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) difficulties.
You will play an important role in helping pupils overcome barriers to learning, develop emotional regulation and build positive relationships, whilst creating a safe, structured and supportive learning environment.
The Role
As a SEND Teaching Assistant, you will:
• Provide consistent 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with Autism and additional needs.
• Support pupils with behavioural, emotional and social difficulties.
• Implement individual behaviour plans and positive reinforcement strategies.
• Promote positive behaviour, emotional regulation and social skills development.
• Support pupils with ASC, ADHD and SEMH needs.
• Work closely with class teachers and the SENCO to adapt learning activities and resources.
• Help pupils manage challenging situations and develop coping strategies.
• Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils.
• Maintain a calm, consistent and structured learning environment.
• Encourage engagement, confidence and independence throughout the school day.
What We're Looking For
• We are particularly interested in candidates who are:
• Experienced supporting children with Autism, ADHD or SEMH needs.
• Confident managing challenging behaviour and supporting emotional regulation.
• Calm, patient, resilient and consistent in their approach.
• Proactive and able to adapt to different situations.
• Confident implementing behaviour management strategies.
• Strong communicators who work effectively as part of a team.
• Passionate about supporting children with SEND and helping them reach their potential.
• Committed to safeguarding and promoting pupil wellbeing.
Previous experience within specialist schools, mainstream education, alternative provision, residential care or similar settings would be highly beneficial.
Candidates with a background in behaviour support, SEMH or Autism are particularly encouraged to apply.
Why Join Axcis Education?
• Late November and December 2026 start opportunities.
• Full-time and part-time positions available.
• Long-term placement opportunities.
• Competitive daily pay starting from £110.
• Weekly PAYE pay.
• Dedicated specialist SEND consultants.
• Ongoing support throughout your placement.
• Access to CPD and professional development, including behaviour management and Autism training.
• Opportunities to gain valuable experience within specialist SEND education.
Axcis Education is sponsored by nasen, supporting its commitment to SEND education and professional development.
Apply Today!
If you are a caring, confident and resilient Teaching Assistant looking for your next opportunity in SEND, we would love to hear from you.
Whether you have experience supporting Autism, SEMH or challenging behaviour, this is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference to pupils who need additional support.
Get in touch with Axcis Education today to find out more and secure your start for late November or December 2026.
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Location: Newton-le-Willows
Start Date: Late November / December 2026
Contract: Full-Time & Part-Time Opportunities | Long-Term
Pay: From £110 per day
SEND Teaching Assistants Required – Autism & Behaviour Support
Are you an experienced, resilient and proactive Teaching Assistant with a passion for supporting children with Autism and additional needs?
Axcis Education is currently recruiting dedicated SEND Teaching Assistants to support pupils with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) within a welcoming primary and secondary school setting in Newton-le-Willows.
With a number of full-time and part-time opportunities available, this is an excellent opportunity for individuals who are passionate about SEND and confident supporting pupils with behavioural, emotional and additional learning needs.
The school supports pupils with a range of needs, including Autism (ASC), ADHD and Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) difficulties.
You will play an important role in helping pupils overcome barriers to learning, develop emotional regulation and build positive relationships, whilst creating a safe, structured and supportive learning environment.
The Role
As a SEND Teaching Assistant, you will:
• Provide consistent 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with Autism and additional needs.
• Support pupils with behavioural, emotional and social difficulties.
• Implement individual behaviour plans and positive reinforcement strategies.
• Promote positive behaviour, emotional regulation and social skills development.
• Support pupils with ASC, ADHD and SEMH needs.
• Work closely with class teachers and the SENCO to adapt learning activities and resources.
• Help pupils manage challenging situations and develop coping strategies.
• Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils.
• Maintain a calm, consistent and structured learning environment.
• Encourage engagement, confidence and independence throughout the school day.
What We're Looking For
• We are particularly interested in candidates who are:
• Experienced supporting children with Autism, ADHD or SEMH needs.
• Confident managing challenging behaviour and supporting emotional regulation.
• Calm, patient, resilient and consistent in their approach.
• Proactive and able to adapt to different situations.
• Confident implementing behaviour management strategies.
• Strong communicators who work effectively as part of a team.
• Passionate about supporting children with SEND and helping them reach their potential.
• Committed to safeguarding and promoting pupil wellbeing.
Previous experience within specialist schools, mainstream education, alternative provision, residential care or similar settings would be highly beneficial.
Candidates with a background in behaviour support, SEMH or Autism are particularly encouraged to apply.
Why Join Axcis Education?
• Late November and December 2026 start opportunities.
• Full-time and part-time positions available.
• Long-term placement opportunities.
• Competitive daily pay starting from £110.
• Weekly PAYE pay.
• Dedicated specialist SEND consultants.
• Ongoing support throughout your placement.
• Access to CPD and professional development, including behaviour management and Autism training.
• Opportunities to gain valuable experience within specialist SEND education.
Axcis Education is sponsored by nasen, supporting its commitment to SEND education and professional development.
Apply Today!
If you are a caring, confident and resilient Teaching Assistant looking for your next opportunity in SEND, we would love to hear from you.
Whether you have experience supporting Autism, SEMH or challenging behaviour, this is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference to pupils who need additional support.
Get in touch with Axcis Education today to find out more and secure your start for late November or December 2026.
INDLIV