Job Description
Autism Teaching Assistant
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Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of autistic children and young people? Do you bring hands-on SEND experience and a commitment to inclusive, trauma-aware education? If so, we’d love to hear from you.
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This is a great opportunity for a new or experienced educator to become a familiar face in a school where staffing, culture and community go hand in hand.
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You’ll be joining a supportive, inclusive school that puts wellbeing and community at the centre of everything they do. It’s a good fit for someone who wants to become a familiar face in a school that values consistency.
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What We’re Looking For
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- Proven experience supporting children with SEND, particularly autism
- Strong understanding of sensory needs, communication strategies, and positive behaviour support
- Ability to build trusting relationships and adapt to individual pupil profiles
- Team player with resilience, empathy, and a proactive mindset
- Experience in school, care, or community settings with neurodiverse children
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What You’ll Be Doing
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- Supporting pupils with autism across the school day
- Implementing EHCP targets and personalised learning plans
- Using visuals, sensory tools, and structured routines to aid engagement
- Promoting emotional wellbeing and celebrating progress
- Collaborating with teachers, therapists, and families
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Benefits:
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- Competitive rates of pay with temp-to-perm routes available.
- Speedy registration process & fast-track compliance – APSCo Compliance+ accredited for the highest safer recruitment standards.
- Flexible days and working hours to suit your schedule.
- Culture-matched placements – we take the time to understand you and find schools that fit your values and strengths.
- Priority Partnership school network – access to trusted schools who work with us long-term on staffing, enrichment and community initiatives.
- 5+ CPD courses completed before placement (including Safeguarding, SEND & Behaviour) with access to further accredited training through Milk Academy.
- FREE PSHE lesson plans and resources, designed by real teachers.
- FREE Educator Wellbeing resources and access to our community hub – because we believe supported staff stay longer and make a bigger impact.
- School Preparation Pack with handover notes and insightful school guides – so you walk in ready on day one.
- 24/7 support from your personal consultant, directly through their work mobile phone to ensure your journey is personal.
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Interested? Click ‘Apply Now’ or drop me a message — happy to chat through the details.
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Phone: 0151 519 0800
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Email: Lucie.kivlehan@milk-education.co.uk
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Milk Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We are APSCo Compliance+ accredited, meeting the highest standards in safer recruitment. All applicants will be subject to compliance checks in line with DfE, Keeping Children Safe in Education and APSCo guidelines.
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Milk Education is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age. By applying, you agree to our Privacy Policy, available on our website. Milk Education is acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy.
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