Autism Support Assistant

Permanent

part-time

job

recruited via Veritas (London, UK)

Job Reference EH-ASA-0501_1767601152

Closing date February 4, 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

Veritas Education are now seeking dedicated, compassionate and caring Autism Support Assistants to work across SEN provisions and mainstream schools across the Stockton on Tees area.

Roles available will be full-time (as well as part-time in some instances) on a long-term temporary basis.

Requirements:

• Previous school-based experience (or relevant experience supporting young people)
• Patience, empathy and a genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs
• DBS on the update service (child and adult workforce)

Nature of role:

• Provide one-on-one or small group support
• Assist students in accessing and participating in both group and individual learning activities
• Encourage and support students in developing self-help, social, and daily living skills, promoting independence and confidence.
• Support teachers in managing classroom behaviour and following behavioural support plans.
• Work closely with SEN Coordinators and other professionals such as speech and language therapists to develop and implement strategies.

This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of young people whilst gaining valuable school-based experience.

Please apply below or contact Ed Hyland on 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.'