Job Description

Autism Teaching Assistant - Carlisle

Summary

A warm and inclusive Carlisle school is seeking a committed Autism Teaching Assistant to join their team in a long-term role. This is a meaningful opportunity to support pupils with autism on both a 1:1 and small group basis -- helping them navigate challenges, build confidence, and achieve their potential in a setting that truly values each individual. For the right person, this role may lead to a permanent position.

The Role

As an Autism Teaching Assistant, your day will be varied and purposeful. You'll:

Support children with autism in structured classroom lessons and more flexible, personalised activities Use visual aids, clear routines and consistent strategies to support understanding and promote independence Help pupils manage transitions, regulate their emotions and develop social confidence Encourage communication through trusted tools and techniques Work closely with teachers, SENCOs and therapists to deliver EHCP outcomes and support progress Be a calm, reliable presence who brings empathy, patience and encouragement each day
Your role will be key in helping pupils feel safe, supported and seen -- making a lasting difference one small step at a time.

Who We're Looking For

This role would suit someone with a passion for inclusive education and a calm, resilient approach. We welcome applications from those with:

A relevant qualification in Teaching Assistance, Health and Social Care, Social Work or a similar area Experience supporting children or adults with autism or additional needs Strong communication skills and confidence working within a multi-disciplinary team An understanding of emotional regulation strategies and the needs of neurodivergent pupils A creative, pupil-centred approach to learning and care

The School

This Carlisle-based school has a clear focus on nurturing relationships, celebrating progress, and meeting individual needs. Staff work closely together to create meaningful learning experiences, using therapeutic approaches and small group teaching to help every pupil thrive.

Working Hours

Monday to Friday, 8.30?am to 3.30?pm, term-time only
Both full-time and part-time applications are welcome

The Benefits

Competitive pay, no evening or weekend work, and a long-term role that offers the potential for permanence. You'll be part of a team committed to making education inclusive, purposeful and positive for every child.

Apply Today

If you're ready to support pupils with autism in a role where your care and consistency will truly matter, we'd love to hear from you.

Safeguarding children is an integral part of what we do and we have a stringent safer recruitment process. We undertake checks on all the candidates we work with. As such we require a current Enhanced?DBS Disclosure for everyone working in Schools. If you do not have a subscription to the DBS Update Service, you may be required to complete a new DBS application as part of the registration process. If you take a temporary role with Sense?Education you will be paid on a weekly basis. All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position but long term. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Temp to perm

Pay: 91.00-105.00 per day

Work Location: In person