Autism School Support Worker

Axcis Education; Bristol; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Axcis Education is seeking an Autism School Support Worker for a specialist school in Yate, South Gloucestershire, supporting children and young people aged 5–18 with autism and learning disabilities.

You will provide warm, patient support to help pupils overcome challenges, build confidence and develop independence, with a 16‑week settling-in period and the potential to become permanent.

Qualifications

• We’re looking for someone who is patient, compassionate and understanding.
• Confident building positive relationships.
• Resilient, adaptable and enthusiastic.
• Passionate about helping young people achieve their potential.

Responsibilities

• Support children and young people aged 5–18 with autism and learning disabilities in a specialist school setting.
• Help pupils develop communication, independence and confidence through personalised activities.
• Provide consistent, caring support to promote positive outcomes and wellbeing.

Skills

Patient

Compassionate

Relationship building

Resilient

Job description

Autism School Support Worker Location: Yate, South Gloucestershire Pay: £14.25 per hour Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am–3:30pm Contract: Full-time, immediate start, with the opportunity to become permanent after an initial 16-week settling-in period. This is a temporary position, unless stated otherwise.

Are you passionate about supporting young people and helping them overcome challenges, build confidence and develop independence? Axcis Education is looking for a caring, patient and enthusiastic Autism School Support Worker to join a specialist school in Yate, supporting children and young people aged 5–18 with autism and learning disabilities. This is an ideal opportunity for someone who wants to move away from traditional education or care roles and into a rewarding position where every day makes a difference.

Who Should Apply?

• Youth work and community support
• Sports coaching and activity leadership
• Residential and social care
• Support work and mentoring
• Working with vulnerable children and young people

Previous experience in a school isn't essential. Your personality, values and approach are what really matter.

We’re looking for someone who is:

• Patient, compassionate and understanding
• Confident building positive relationships
• Resilient, adaptable and enthusiastic
• Passionate about helping young people achieve their potential

What Makes This Setting Different?

You’ll be working in a specialist learning environment where individual needs come first. Pupils benefit from personalised learning, practical activities, sensory opportunities and a strong focus on communication, emotional development and independence. The school’s most recent Ofsted inspection in June 2024 awarded Outstanding judgements across all four inspection areas, recognising its quality of education, personal development and supportive learning environment.

What’s On Offer?

• £14.25 per hour
• Monday to Friday, daytime hours
• Full-time, immediate start
• Opportunity to become permanent after 16 weeks
• A rewarding role with genuine opportunities to make a difference

Axcis is an equal opportunities employer and as such we do not discriminate based on age, gender, disability, race or any other equal opportunities criteria. The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As such, you will be required to provide an up to date DBS, or be prepared to allow Axcis to process one on your behalf, in addition to other mandatory compliance checks in line with the DfE guidelines. If the position you are applying for involves working with children or vulnerable adults, this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974. Axcis Education is an employment agency offering temporary supply work for daily, short-term and long-term assignments in addition to permanent positions. You must be suitably qualified for the position advertised and be prepared to attend a face to face interview with Axcis to demonstrate your suitability for this role. Salary / Pay Rate will be dependent on your skills and experience.