Learning Support Assistant for students with Autism

Mark Rutherford School, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK41 8PX

19 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  As soon as possible

• Closing date

  12 October 2026 at 9am

• Date listed

  23 September 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teaching assistant
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Part time
• Contract type: Fixed term
• Full time equivalent salary: £25,614.00 - £26,016.00 Annually (FTE) Actual salary: £19,762 to £20,072 per annum

Learning Support Assistant for students with Autism job summary

We are looking for a caring, enthusiastic, calm and committed individual to join our supportive team and make a positive difference to the lives of our students.

The successful candidate will work closely with students across the school, providing encouragement and support during lessons, as well as working within our dedicated Nightingale Autism Centre, which is a specialist provision for students who have an Education, Health and Care Plan and a diagnosis of ASC. This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who is passionate about helping young people feel confident, included and able to achieve their full potential.

Experience of working with secondary-aged students with additional needs would be desirable, but it is not essential. We welcome applications from individuals who have the right attitude, a willingness to learn and a genuine commitment to supporting young people. Training and support will be provided.

What We Offer

• 32.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 40-minute unpaid break

• Term time only, plus 5 training days

• Fixed-term contract until the end of August 2027

• A supportive working environment where you can develop your skills and make a meaningful contribution to students' education and wellbeing

If you are patient, approachable, reliable and passionate about supporting young people, we would be delighted to hear from you.

Please apply as soon as possible, as we may interview suitable candidates before the closing date.

Please note: We do not accept CVs, and previous applicants need not apply.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Mark Rutherford School

• Organisation type: Academy, ages 11 to 18
• Education phase: Secondary school
• Size: 1150 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 18
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Mark Rutherford School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/mark-rutherford-school

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