Autism Support Assistant

Permanent part-time job recruited via Veritas (London, UK)
Job Reference EH-ASA-2201_1769158803
Closing date February 22, 2026
Location Middlesbrough, United Kingdom
Type Part-Time
Status Permanent
Contact Roscoe Price Moor
+64 273124286
rpricemoor@veritas-education.com

About this job

Autism Support Assistant - Middlesbrough

Start Date: ASAP Pay: £90-£105 per day Opportunities: Short‑term & Long‑term roles available

Are you passionate about supporting children and young people with Autism? We're recruiting Autism Support Assistants to join a welcoming mixed community school in Middlesbrough, working with students aged 3-19 who have a range of communication, sensory and learning needs. We're looking for people who are patient, resilient and committed to making a real difference in the lives of autistic young people.

You will:

  • Provide 1:1 and small‑group support
  • Help create a calm, structured and nurturing environment
  • Follow personalised learning and behaviour plans
  • Work closely with teachers, therapists and support staff

    • This role is ideal for individuals with experience in:

  • Youth work
  • Support work / care work
  • Autism-specific or SEN support
  • Behaviour mentoring
  • Residential childcare or therapeutic settings
  • Sports coaching with SEND exposure

    • What Veritas Offers:

  • PAYE payroll (no umbrella costs)
  • Free online CPD via our training platform
  • A dedicated consultant and ongoing support (me!)

    • If you're compassionate, reliable and ready to start immediately, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today or please make contact with Ed Hyland at ehyland@veritas-education.com for more info.

    APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION

  • All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
  • Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
  • You must have legal right to work in the UK
  • You must be willing to attend a registration interview

    • Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

    Disclaimer

    'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'

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