ASD Teaching Assistant, Doncaster

Autism Support Facilitator - Specialist Teaching Assistant Location: Varied specialist provisions across Doncaster Contract: Temporary, term-time only (Monday-Friday) Daily Rate: £92.56 - £110 (holiday pay inclusive) Increased rates reflect relevant experience, specialist training, and individual school budgets. Understand. Adapt. Thrive. Academics Agency are searching for a patient, perceptive, and proactive ASD Teaching Assistant to join our dedicated team. Your Core Responsibilities: • Create a calm, predictable, and low-arousal learning environment that minimises anxiety and sensory overload. • Implement structured teaching approaches (e.g., TEACCH, PECS, or visual timetables) to support understanding and independence. • Deliver one-to-one and small-group interventions focused on social communication, emotional regulation, and life skills. • Use tailored communication methods-including now-and-next boards, social stories, and emotion cards-to reduce frustration and build expressive confidence. • Collaborate closely with speech and language therapists, occupational therapists, and class teachers to embed EHCP targets into everyday activities. • Observe and record pupil progress, noticing subtle shifts in engagement, mood, and interaction to inform future planning. • Support safe transitions between activities, environments, and staff changes, ensuring consistency and reassurance throughout the day. What We Offer You: • Attractive daily pay with holiday entitlement already calculated. • Comprehensive CPD access - including autism awareness, sensory processing, positive behaviour support, and communication aid training. • £75 Love2Shop voucher for every successful colleague you refer to us. • Rotational placements across Doncaster's ASD-specific schools, resourced bases, and mainstream inclusion units - broad experience guaranteed. • A named consultant with specialist knowledge of the autism sector, offering ongoing support and career guidance. What We're Looking For: • Qualification: Minimum Level 3 Teaching Assistant certificate, or a relevant health/social care background. • Experience: Proven, hands-on experience supporting children or young people with autism-whether in education, residential care, or community settings. • DBS: Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply immediately). • References: Two verifiable professional references from recent roles. • Personal Qualities: Genuine curiosity about autistic perspectives, inexhaustible patience, creative problem-solving skills, and a warm but consistent presence. Ready to make every interaction count? Speak to Charlotta today - we'd love to hear from you. Academics - unlocking potential, one connection at a time.