Job Advert: ASD Specialist Teaching Assistant – Secondary School | Barnet Location: Barnet, London Position: ASD Specialist Teaching Assistant (with Personal Care Experience) Setting: Secondary School (Key Stages 3–4) Hours: Full-time, term-time only Salary: Based on experience and qualifications A forward-thinking secondary school in Barnet is looking to appoint a skilled and compassionate ASD Specialist Teaching Assistant to support students with autism, including those with high sensory needs and communication differences. The role will also involve personal care support, so confidence in delivering this aspect of care is essential. Key Responsibilities: Provide tailored 1:1 or small group support for students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Assist with personal care tasks, including toileting and hygiene routines Use strategies such as visual schedules, social stories, and structured routines to support engagement and emotional regulation Promote independence and inclusion both in and outside the classroom Collaborate with teachers, therapists, and SENCOs to adapt learning and meet EHCP targets The Ideal Candidate Will Have: Proven experience supporting young people with ASD, preferably in a secondary or specialist setting Understanding of sensory processing needs and autism-specific strategies Experience and confidence in delivering personal care in a respectful and professional manner A calm, patient and proactive approach to behaviour and communication challenges Training in approaches such as PECS, Makaton, or TEACCH (desirable but not essential) What We Offer: A welcoming and inclusive school environment Ongoing CPD and training opportunities in SEND practice A chance to make a meaningful impact on students’ learning and personal development<br/><br />If you are interested, then please click on the apply button and contact Jessica Flowerdew on 0207 580 2956 | Ext: 1061.<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> Jessica Flowerdew&nbsp;</strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;">Telephone: </span> 0207 580 2956 | Ext: 1061</strong></strong>