Job Title: Autism Support Assistant Location: North West England, Greater Manchester, Bury Job Type: Temporary, expected to work Full-Time hours Primary Industry: Education and Training Salary: £12.90 - £13.50 Per hour Job Duties: Provide support to students with autism in educational settings Assist with the implementation of individualised education plans Support the classroom teacher in creating a positive learning environment Help students with daily tasks and activities Facilitate communication and social interactions Required Qualifications: Experience working with individuals with autism Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Ability to work effectively in a team Education: Minimum of GCSEs in English and Maths Experience: Prior experience in a similar support role preferred Knowledge and Skills: Understanding of autism spectrum disorders Patience and empathy Ability to follow instructions and work independently Preferred Qualifications: Level 2 or 3 qualification in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools First Aid certification Working Conditions: Work primarily in a school setting May involve working with students who require additional support Full-time hours with occasional flexibility required All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details. All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date. Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants. We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website