ASD Learning Support Assistant

Key Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with ASD
• Assist teachers in delivering engaging and differentiated lessons
• Support pupils with communication, emotional regulation, and social interaction
• Encourage independence, confidence, and positive behaviour
• Help create a safe, nurturing, and inclusive classroom environment
• Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists, parents, and external professionals

The Ideal Candidate Will Have

• Experience working with children or young people with SEN/ASD (preferred but not essential)
• A calm, empathetic, and flexible approach
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• The ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff
• A genuine passion for supporting additional learning needs

Proud to be listed in the Times as one of ‘The Best Companies To Work For’, Prospero Teaching is an innovative and forward-thinking recruitment agency. With over two decades of experience, our education consultants work hard to find you the most suitable role, from a wide range of teaching jobs across the UK, in thousands of excellent schools, academies, and nurseries. We are an APSCO-audited education agency, and our awards for excellence demonstrate our commitment to high-quality service and best practice.