ASD Support Worker

Academics Ltd; Aldershot; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

Academics Ltd. is seeking an ASD Support Worker for a primary school in Aldershot. This full-time role offers immediate start and a daily pay rate of £90-£105, with responsibilities including 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with ASD to enable engagement in learning.

You will help develop communication, social interaction, and emotional regulation skills, implementing personalised strategies and collaborating with teachers, the SENCO, and parents to achieve positive outcomes.

Qualifications

• Experience in SEN or education settings.
• DBS enhanced (Update Service) or willingness to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with ASD.
• Help pupils access learning activities and participate in school life.
• Develop communication, social interaction, and emotional regulation skills.
• Implement personalised support strategies in line with pupils' needs.
• Work with teachers, the SENCO and parents to promote positive outcomes.

Skills

Patience & empathy

Autism support

Relationship building

Calm & adaptable

SEN/education experience

Job description

ASD Support Worker - Primary School | Aldershot

£90-£105 per day | Full-Time | Immediate Start | Aldershot

Are you passionate about supporting children with Autism and helping them reach their full potential?

A friendly and inclusive primary school in Aldershot is seeking a dedicated ASD Support Worker to join their supportive team. This rewarding role involves working closely with pupils with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), providing tailored support to help them engage in learning, develop social skills, and build confidence within the classroom environment.

This position is ideal for individuals with experience in education, care, support work, psychology, youth work, or anyone looking to build a career supporting children with additional needs.

The Role

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with ASD
• Help pupils access learning activities and participate fully in school life
• Support the development of communication, social interaction, and emotional regulation skills
• Implement personalised support strategies in line with pupils' individual needs
• Work closely with teachers, the SENCO, and parents to promote positive outcomes
• Create a calm, structured, and inclusive learning environment

What We're Looking For

• Patient, caring, and empathetic
• Passionate about supporting children with Autism and additional needs
• Able to build positive and trusting relationships with pupils
• Calm, resilient, and adaptable in a school environment
• Experienced in SEN, education, care, support work, youth work, or childcare (desirable but not essential)

Why Apply?

• Competitive daily pay of £90-£105
• Full-time hours (8:30am - 3:30pm)
• Immediate start available
• Valuable experience for careers in teaching, educational psychology, speech and language therapy, occupational therapy, or SEN support
• Ongoing training and support from a dedicated education consultant
• Opportunity to gain long-term school experience and permanent opportunities

Requirements

• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one)
• Right to work in the UK

If you're looking for a rewarding role where you can make a lasting impact on the lives of children with Autism, we'd love to hear from you.

ASD Support Worker - Primary School | Aldershot

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

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