ABA Assistant- Bicester

Academics; Ambrosden; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

Academics in Bicester is seeking an ABA Assistant at a specialist SEN school. This role offers hands-on experience supporting children and young people with autism and additional needs, ideal for graduates aiming for psychology, therapy, or education careers.

You will deliver 1:1 and small-group support using ABA-based strategies, help students develop communication, confidence, independence and social skills, and work with teachers to create a supportive learning environment.

Qualifications

• Compassionate, patient, and enthusiastic about supporting young people.
• A confident communicator with a genuine interest in autism and SEN.
• Interested in gaining experience before pursuing a career in psychology, therapy, or education.
• Able to build strong, positive relationships with students and colleagues.
• Calm, adaptable, and willing to learn.

Responsibilities

• Deliver 1:1 and small-group support using ABA-based strategies.
• Help students develop communication, confidence, independence, and social skills.
• Support positive behaviour and engagement with learning.
• Work alongside teachers and specialist staff to create a supportive environment.
• Observe and monitor students' progress, wellbeing, and engagement.

Skills

Compassionate

Patient

Communicator

Autism interest

Willingness to learn

Job description

ABA Assistant - Bicester

Are you a Psychology graduate eager to gain practical experience supporting young people with additional needs?

A specialist school in Bicester is seeking a dedicated and caring ABA Assistant to join their team. This role is ideal for aspiring Educational Psychologists, Clinical Psychologists, Therapists, or Teachers looking to gain valuable hands‑on experience supporting children and young people with autism and additional needs.

As an ABA Assistant, you will:

• Deliver 1:1 and small-group support using ABA-based strategies.
• Help students develop communication, confidence, independence, and social skills.
• Support positive behaviour and engagement with learning.
• Work alongside teachers and specialist staff to create a supportive environment.
• Observe and monitor students' progress, wellbeing, and engagement.

We're looking for an ABA Assistant who is:

• Compassionate, patient, and enthusiastic about supporting young people.
• A confident communicator with a genuine interest in autism and SEN.
• Interested in gaining experience before pursuing a career in psychology, therapy, or education.
• Able to build strong, positive relationships with students and colleagues.
• Calm, adaptable, and willing to learn.

Job Details

• Location: Bicester
• Setting: Specialist SEN School
• Start Date: ASAP
• Pay: 93- 110 per day
• Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:30am-3:30pm
• Contract: Full-time

If you're looking to build valuable experience supporting young people with autism while developing your career in psychology, education, or therapy, this ABA Assistant role could be the perfect opportunity.

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy.