Autism Support Assistant

Permanent part-time job recruited via Veritas (London, UK)
Job Reference EH-ASA-0310_1791010348
Closing date November 2, 2026
Location Darlington, United Kingdom
Type Part-Time
Status Permanent
Contact Roscoe Price Moor
+64 273124286
rpricemoor@veritas-education.com

About this job

Autism Support Assistant

Stockton-on-Tees | £95-£105 per day | Full-Time & Part-Time Opportunities | Long-Term Supply with Permanent Potential

Are you passionate about supporting children and young people with autism? Looking for a rewarding role where you can build meaningful relationships and help learners thrive both academically and socially?

Veritas Education is recruiting Autism Support Assistants to work within a highly regarded specialist school in Stockton-on-Tees. The provision supports pupils with a range of additional needs, including Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), and offers a nurturing environment where every learner is encouraged to develop independence, confidence and life skills.

Both full-time and part-time opportunities are available, with immediate starts and genuine opportunities to secure a permanent contract for the right candidate.

The Role

As an Autism Support Assistant, you will:

  • Provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with autism
  • Help learners access lessons and engage positively in school life
  • Support communication, emotional regulation and social development
  • Use positive behaviour strategies and structured routines
  • Work closely with teaching staff and wider professionals to support individual learning plans
  • Encourage independence and celebrate progress, no matter how small

    • Ideal Backgrounds

    We welcome applications from candidates with experience in:

  • SEN Teaching Assistant roles
  • Autism Support Worker positions
  • Learning Support Assistant roles
  • Care and support work
  • Residential childcare
  • Youth work
  • Behaviour support
  • Mental health support
  • Sports coaching
  • Psychology, education or health & social care graduates

    • A patient, empathetic and resilient approach is essential.

    Why Register with Veritas Education?

  • Competitive daily rates of £95-£105 per day (PAYE)
  • Long-term opportunities with potential permanent outcomes
  • Flexible full-time and part-time work available
  • Access to free online CPD
  • Dedicated support from an experienced education recruitment consultant
  • Access to a wide network of specialist and mainstream schools across the North East
  • Opportunities to gain valuable SEN experience and develop your career within education
  • Refer-a-friend scheme and ongoing support throughout your placement

    • If you're looking for a rewarding role supporting children and young people with autism and want to join a school where you can genuinely make a difference, we'd love to hear from you.

    Apply today for an immediate start or contact Ed Hyland at Veritas Education to discuss available Autism Support Assistant opportunities in Stockton-on-Tees.

    ehyland@veritas-education.com

    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.'

    Apply now