ASD Teaching Assistant
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Full Time | Long Term | June Start Preferred - Blackpool
A welcoming and well-resourced mainstream primary school in Blackpool is seeking a committed ASD Teaching Assistant to join their specialist SEN provision on a full-time, long-term basis.
This role would suit someone who is passionate about supporting children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and associated communication and learning needs, and who is looking to become part of a nurturing and highly supportive school environment.
The school has a dedicated SEN unit within the mainstream setting, providing pupils with a structured, supportive environment while also encouraging integration into the wider school community where appropriate.
The RoleYou will be working closely with pupils across the SEN unit, supporting both academic progress and social/emotional development. The role will involve a mixture of 1:1 support, small group intervention work, and classroom-based assistance.
The children within the provision have a range of needs including:
- Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
- Speech and language communication needs
- Sensory processing difficulties
- Social, emotional, and behavioural needs
- Delayed learning and developmental needs
You will play a key role in helping pupils regulate emotions, engage with learning, build routines, and develop confidence both inside and outside of the classroom.
The School Is Looking For Someone Who:- Has previous experience working with children with SEN, ASD, or additional needs
- Can build positive and trusting relationships with pupils
- Is calm, patient, resilient, and proactive
- Understands the importance of consistency, structure, and routine
- Is confident supporting challenging behaviour where required
- Works well as part of a wider SEN and pastoral team
- Has a genuine passion for inclusive education
Experience within schools, SEN settings, care, youth work, or support work would all be highly valued.
What The School Offers- A supportive and experienced SEN leadership team
- Excellent training and development opportunities
- A well-resourced SEN provision
- Strong staff support and collaborative working environment
- Opportunity to secure a long-term position within the school
- September 2026 start available for the right candidate
- Competitive daily rate depending on experience
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to gain further SEN experience or continue developing a career within education and specialist support.
Please apply now or contact Issy for further information on the ASD Teaching Assistant post in Blackpool - /
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⭐ Highlight your ASD and SEN experience prominently as this is a specialist role requiring specific expertise with autism spectrum disorders
📊 Quantify your impact: 'Supported 8 ASD pupils in mainstream integration, improving classroom engagement by 65%'
🌐 Emphasise your experience with sensory processing and communication needs as these are key requirements mentioned
🎯 Showcase your ability to work within SEN units and mainstream settings as this role involves both environments
🤝 Demonstrate your collaborative approach with SEN teams and pastoral support as teamwork is essential
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- •Provided 1:1 support for 6 pupils with ASD in mainstream primary setting, achieving 78% improvement in classroom engagement over 12 weeks
- •Implemented sensory processing strategies for children with autism spectrum disorders, reducing meltdown incidents by 45% across the SEN unit
- •Delivered small group intervention sessions for pupils with speech and language needs, supporting 12 children to meet their communication targets
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Dear Hiring Manager,
I am writing to apply for the ASD Teaching Assistant position within your mainstream primary SEN unit in Blackpool. Having worked extensively with children with Autism Spectrum Disorder and sensory processing difficulties, I am particularly drawn to your school's approach of combining specialist SEN provision with mainstream integration opportunities.
My background in supporting pupils with ASD, speech and language needs, and challenging behaviours has equipped me with the patience, consistency, and proactive approach essential for this role. I understand the importance of building trusting relationships and creating structured environments that help children with autism spectrum disorders thrive both academically and socially.
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Interview questions
10 questions generated from this advert.
Technical
- ›How do you support a child with ASD who is struggling with sensory overload in a mainstream classroom?
- ›What strategies do you use for 1:1 support versus small group intervention work?
- ›How do you help pupils with speech and language communication needs engage with learning?
- ›Describe your approach to supporting emotional regulation in children with ASD
- ›What techniques do you use to establish routines and consistency for pupils with developmental needs?
Behavioural
- ›Tell me about a time you helped a child with challenging behaviour. What was your approach?
- ›Describe a situation where you had to build trust with a pupil who was initially resistant to support
- ›How do you handle situations where you feel overwhelmed or stressed while supporting children with complex needs?
- ›Give an example of how you've worked collaboratively with teachers and SEN teams
- ›Tell me about a time you had to adapt your support approach for a child who wasn't responding to your initial methods
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Tell me about a time you helped a child with challenging behaviour. What was your approach?
Describe a situation where you had to build trust with a pupil who was initially resistant to support