Job Title: ASD Teaching Assistant Location: Walton, Surrey Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent (8:00?am – 3:30?pm, Monday-Friday) Salary: Competitive, paid to scale Position Overview We are seeking a dedicated ASD (Autism Spectrum Disorder) Teaching Assistant to support the specialist classroom team in delivering high-quality, individualized education to students with autism. The role requires a compassionate, organized professional who can foster a supportive learning environment while implementing evidence-based strategies. Key Responsibilities • Provide one-to-one and small-group support to students with ASD, reinforcing classroom instruction and individualized learning plans. • Assist the lead teacher in preparing materials, adapting resources, and implementing visual schedules, social stories, and sensory accommodations. • Monitor student progress, record observations, and communicate relevant data to the teaching team and external specialists. • Promote positive behaviour through consistent reinforcement techniques and de-escalation strategies. • Facilitate inclusive activities, encouraging peer interaction and social skill development. • Ensure the classroom environment complies with health, safety, and safeguarding policies. Essential Qualifications & Skills • GCSEs (or equivalent) – minimum grade C/4 in English and Maths. • Relevant experience (minimum 1?year) supporting learners with ASD in a school or therapeutic setting. • Knowledge of autism-specific interventions (e.g., TEACCH, ABA, sensory integration). • Strong communication, teamwork, and organisational abilities. • DBS clearance (or ability to obtain). Desirable • Level 2/3 Certificate in Supporting Children with Special Educational Needs. • First-Aid or Safeguarding training. What We Offer • Salary aligned to national teaching scales. • Ongoing professional development and training in ASD best practices. • Supportive multidisciplinary team and a positive school culture. INDLON<br/><br />If you are interested, then please click on the apply button and contact Jake White on 020 7580 2956 l Ext: 1068.<br /><br />If you are not interested in this role but know someone else who might be, <strong>don&#39;t forget that we offer &pound;50 in shopping vouchers if you refer a friend to us and we place them in the job.</strong> For more details, contact your local Axcis office.<br /><br /><em>This is a temporary position, unless stated otherwise.</em><br /><br /><em>Axcis is an equal opportunities employer and as such we do not discriminate based on age, gender, disability, race or any other equal opportunities criteria.<br /><br />The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As such, you will be required to provide an up to date DBS, or be prepared to allow Axcis to process one on your behalf, in addition to other mandatory compliance checks in line with the DfE guidelines (for details please see our website).<br /><br />If the position you are applying for involves working with children or vulnerable adults, this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.</em><br /><br /><em>Axcis Education is an employment agency offering temporary supply work for daily, short-term and long-term assignments in addition to permanent positions.<br /><br />You must be suitably qualified for the position advertised and be prepared to attend a face to face interview with Axcis to demonstrate your suitability for this role.<br /><br />Salary / Pay Rate will be dependent on your skills and experience.</em><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;"><a href="/job-page-disclaimer">View the disclaimer</a></span></strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;"><strong>Contact: </strong></span><strong> Jake White&nbsp;</strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;">Telephone: </span> 020 7580 2956 l Ext: 1068</strong></strong>