ASD Teaching Assistant - Reading

Aspiring Educational Psychologist Role
Ideal for Psychology, Counselling, or Criminology Graduates | Immediate Start

Are you passionate about supporting children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and associated mental health needs?
Looking to gain hands-on experience in a specialist primary and secondary school while working alongside trained therapists, counsellors, and psychologists?

A fantastic ASD school in Reading is seeking an ASD Teaching Assistant to support the academic, emotional, and behavioral development of students across both primary and secondary phases. The school caters to children with a range of needs, from high-functioning autism to those requiring more complex support.

This full-time ASD Teaching Assistant role (Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM) provides a therapeutic approach to learning, and full training is offered to help you develop key skills in SEN and mental health support.

What's in it for you?

✅ Gain invaluable experience working with low and high-functioning ASD students as an ASD Teaching Assistant
✅ Work alongside therapists, psychologists, and SEN specialists in your role as an ASD Teaching Assistant
✅ Develop your skills in behaviour management, emotional regulation, and communication strategies
✅ Competitive daily rate of £85-£100
✅ Ideal experience for aspiring educational psychologists, SEN teachers, or therapeutic support workers

Who we're looking for:

🔹 Enthusiastic, caring, and resilient individuals ready to support children with diverse ASD needs as an ASD Teaching Assistant
🔹 Graduates in Psychology, Counselling, Criminology, or a related field (preferred but not essential)
🔹 Someone open-minded, patient, and eager to learn in an ASD Teaching Assistant role

If this ASD Teaching Assistant role in Reading sounds like the perfect opportunity for you, apply now via this advert