**Autism & Communication Support Assistant - Primary Schools**

Are you an experienced Teaching Assistant with a strong understanding of autism and communication needs?

Aspire People are working with primary schools across Manchester and the surrounding areas who are seeking dedicated and patient support staff to help pupils with ASD and social communication difficulties.

These roles are ideal for candidates who understand the importance of structured support, communication strategies and creating a calm, inclusive learning environment.

We have opportunities available now for candidates looking for full-time or regular part-time work.

**The Role:**

- Supporting pupils with ASD and social communication needs
- Providing 1:1 and small-group support
- Helping pupils access classroom learning and activities
- Supporting visual timetables, structured routines and transitions
- Encouraging communication, interaction and social development
- Supporting sensory needs and emotional regulation
- Working alongside teachers, SENCOs and other support staff
- Helping pupils develop independence and confidence

**The Ideal Candidate:**

- Has relevant experience supporting children with autism or communication needs
- Has experience within a UK primary school
- Understands the importance of routine, consistency and individualised support
- Has a patient, calm and nurturing approach
- Can adapt support to meet individual pupil needs
- Is reliable and available for full-time or regular part-time work

**Why Work with Aspire People?**

- Immediate and ongoing opportunities
- Daily supply and long-term placements
- Full-time and part-time options
- Competitive daily pay rates
- Dedicated consultant support
- Opportunities across EYFS, KS1 and KS2

If you have experience supporting pupils with autism and communication needs and are looking for work now, we would love to hear from you.

Please reply with your most up-to-date CV and confirm your current availability.

Candidates must have relevant experience supporting children with autism or communication needs. Due to the volume of applications, we cannot guarantee an individual response to everyone.

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.