Job Description

1:1 Teaching Assistant Primary School (Autism & Behaviour Support)
Location: Salford, Greater Manchester
Contract Type: Full-Time, Long-Term
Start Date: March

Are you a nurturing and resilient Teaching Assistant with experience supporting pupils with autism and behavioural needs?
TeacherActive is working with a welcoming and inclusive primary school in Salford to recruit a dedicated 1:1 Teaching Assistant. This role involves providing tailored support to a child with a diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) and associated challenging behaviour within a Key Stage 1 or Key Stage 2 classroom (exact year group TBC).

This is a full-time position and would suit someone with a calm, consistent and empathetic approach who can build strong relationships and support emotional regulation.

• Provide 1:1 classroom-based support to a pupil with ASC and behavioural needs

• Use strategies to support communication, sensory needs and emotional regulation

• Follow and contribute to behaviour support plans and EHCP targets

• Work closely with the class teacher, SENCo and external agencies

• Encourage independence, build trust and foster a safe, inclusive environment

• Have previous experience working with children with autism and challenging behaviour

• Be confident in managing behaviours calmly and positively

• Be patient, reliable and emotionally resilient

• Have strong communication and teamwork skills

• Hold a Level 2 or 3 TA qualification desirable, not essential

• Unqualified applicants will be considered if they have 6+ months experience in a UK primary school setting

• A supportive and experienced SEN team

• Opportunities for training and professional development

• A strong safeguarding culture and structured support

• A friendly and inclusive school community

Safeguarding Statement:
This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references. The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

How to Apply:
If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of pupils with additional needs, apply now or get in touch with TeacherActive Manchester to discuss further.

Email: (url removed) or phone (phone number removed) and ask for Megan

All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive.

Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs.

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment.

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer, and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job-seeking services.