Job Title: ASD Teaching Assistant (Secondary)
Location: Sunderland
Salary: £84 - £108 per day (Depending on Experience)
Start Date: Immediate
Contract Type: Daily Supply, Long-Term
Do you have a heart for helping young people with autism thrive in school and beyond?
GSL Education are chuffed to bits to be working with a brilliant secondary school in Sunderland, and we’re on the lookout for a kind-hearted, reliable, and enthusiastic ASD Teaching Assistant to join their fantastic team. If you're patient, proactive, and passionate about supporting students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), this could be just the opportunity you’ve been waiting for!
✨ About the Role:
You’ll be part of a nurturing and inclusive environment, working closely with pupils who need that little bit of extra support to help them shine. From supporting communication to encouraging social skills and emotional development, your role will be truly meaningful.
Key Responsibilities of a ASD TA (Secondary):
✅ Support students one-to-one and in small groups
✅ Help deliver tailored learning activities based on their needs
✅ Implement IEPs and positive behaviour strategies
✅ Use PECS, Makaton, visual timetables, or sensory resources (where appropriate)
✅ Encourage independence and participation in school life
✅ Build brilliant relationships with students, staff, and parents
✅ Mon...