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Autism Learning Support Assistant

Autism Learning Support Assistant

Teaching Personnel • Abergavenny, Monmouthshire, Wales
25 days ago
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Job description

Learning Support Assistant (1:1 Support – ASD, PICA & Behavioural Needs)

Location: NP7
Contract Type: Full Time (September Start)
Integration: Part-time/flexible integration available this term
Pay: From £92.63 per day (weekly pay)

Teaching Personnel are working with primary schools in the NP7 area seeking dedicated, patient, and resilient Learning Support Assistants to provide 1:1 support for a primary-aged pupil with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), PICA, and behavioural needs.

This is a rewarding role suited to individuals who can remain calm under pressure, build trusting relationships, and provide consistent support to help a pupil feel safe, engaged, and successful within the school environment.

About the Role

  • Provide 1:1 support for a pupil with ASD, PICA, and behavioural needs
  • Support communication, social interaction, and emotional regulation
  • Follow individual support plans, risk assessments, and behaviour strategies
  • Monitor and manage PICA-related behaviours, ensuring the pupil's safety at all times
  • Use positive reinforcement, sensory strategies, and de-escalation techniques
  • Support transitions, routines, and structured learning activities
  • Encourage engagement, independence, and participation in classroom activities
  • Work closely with class teachers, the SENCo, parents, and external professionals
  • Help create a safe, nurturing, and consistent learning environment

Skills & Experience

  • Experience supporting children with ASD and/or additional learning needs
  • Understanding of PICA and the importance of vigilance and risk management
  • Strong behaviour management and de-escalation skills
  • Ability to build positive relationships and establish trust
  • Understanding of safeguarding, wellbeing, and SEND practices
  • Calm, patient, and consistent approach
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills
  • Proactive, observant, and adaptable attitude

Ideal Candidate

  • Positive, patient, and approachable demeanour
  • Resilient and calm in challenging situations
  • Firm but nurturing, with clear and consistent boundaries
  • Understanding and empathetic towards children with additional needs
  • Emotionally intelligent and responsive to individual needs
  • Able to identify behavioural triggers and support emotional regulation
  • Reliable, committed, and professional
  • Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willing to apply)

What We Offer

  • Weekly pay (from £92.63 per day)
  • Full-time role from September with integration this term
  • Flexible working during the integration period
  • Free CPD training (ASD, behaviour management, safeguarding, and SEND)
  • Ongoing consultant support
  • Long-term opportunities within local schools

If you're passionate about supporting children with additional needs and want to make a meaningful difference in a pupil's educational journey, we'd love to hear from you.

Call Jess: 01633 370 633
Jessica.dunne@teachingpersonnel.com

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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