Autism SEN Teaching Assistant

Leeds | Full-Time | Temp to Permanent | September 2026

NextGen Teachers are recruiting a patient and enthusiastic Autism SEN Teaching Assistant to join a specialist SEN school in Leeds from September.

This is a full-time, temporary-to-permanent opportunity supporting children and young people with Autism (ASC) who may also have communication, sensory and social-emotional needs.

The Role

You will work closely with teachers and the wider SEN team to help pupils feel safe, engaged and confident in their learning.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Providing 1:1 and small-group support
• Supporting pupils with Autism/ASC
• Helping pupils with communication and social interaction
• Supporting sensory and emotional regulation
• Using visual timetables, routines and individualised strategies
• Encouraging independence and positive engagement with learning
• Supporting pupils during lessons and throughout the school day

Who We're Looking For

We're keen to hear from candidates who:

• Have experience supporting children or young people with Autism
• Are calm, patient, resilient and reliable
• Understand that behaviour can be a form of communication
• Can build positive and consistent relationships with pupils
• Can commit to full-time work from September
• Are looking for a long-term career within SEN education

Experience could come from a school, SEN provision, support work, care or youth-work setting.

Why NextGen Teachers?

• Full-time role from September 2026
• Temporary-to-permanent opportunity
• Competitive rates of pay
• Dedicated consultant support
• Opportunity to develop your experience within Autism and SEN

Looking for your next Autism SEN Teaching Assistant role in Leeds? Apply today with your CV to join NextGen Teachers.

NextGen Teachers is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Successful applicants will be subject to appropriate safeguarding and vetting checks, including an enhanced DBS.

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