1:1 Autism Support Assistant — Secondary Education

Academics; England; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Academics is seeking a One to One Autism Support Assistant in Huddersfield to provide tailored 1:1 therapeutic support for secondary pupils with Autism Spectrum Condition.

You will work alongside teachers to support communication, social interaction, emotional regulation, and learning, using autism-specific strategies and low-arousal techniques. A patient, empathetic, and calm approach is essential, with safeguarding and inclusion at the heart of practice.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting ASC/ASD or complex SEN pupils.
• Patient, empathetic and calm approach.
• Knowledge of autism-specific strategies and sensory needs.
• Understanding of safeguarding and inclusion.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 support for secondary pupils with autism.
• Support communication, social interaction, emotional regulation, and learning.
• Assist with structured routines, sensory strategies, and differentiated lessons.
• Help implement IEPs, targets, and behaviour plans.
• Collaborate with teachers, families and external professionals.

Skills

1:1 support

Communication

Empathy

Teamwork

Safeguarding

Job description

Academics is seeking a One to One Autism Support Assistant in Huddersfield to provide tailored 1:1 therapeutic support for secondary pupils with Autism Spectrum Condition.

You will work alongside teachers to support communication, social interaction, emotional regulation, and learning, using autism-specific strategies and low-arousal techniques. A patient, empathetic, and calm approach is essential, with safeguarding and inclusion at the heart of practice.