Autism Support Assistant

Supply Desk; Southampton; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Specialist training

Friendly staff

Excellent facilities

Long-term career opportunities

Competitive daily pay

Job summary

Supply Desk is seeking an Autism Support Assistant (ASC) for a specialist school in Whiteley. You will provide tailored 1:1 and small group support to pupils with ASC, helping them build confidence, communication and independence.

This in-person role offers outstanding specialist training, a supportive staff team, excellent facilities and long-term career opportunities. Daily pay is competitive at £85–£100.

Qualifications

• Experience with SEND or autism is desirable.
• Patient, caring and adaptable approach.
• Excellent communication skills.
• DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored 1:1 and small group support.
• Encourage communication and social development.
• Support pupils with sensory and emotional regulation.
• Work alongside teachers and therapists.
• Adapt activities to meet individual learning needs.
• Promote confidence, independence and positive behaviour.
• Safeguard and support pupil wellbeing.

Skills

1:1 support

Autism awareness

Communication skills

Patience

Job description

Autism Support Assistant (ASC)

Location: Whiteley

Start Date: ASAP / September 2026

Contract Type: Full-Time | Long-Term

Pay Rate: £85 - £100 per day

About the Role

Every small breakthrough deserves to be celebrated.

Supply Desk is looking for a caring and enthusiastic Autism Support Assistant to join a specialist school in Whiteley.

You'll support pupils with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), helping them build confidence, communication skills and independence in a nurturing learning environment.

This is the perfect opportunity for someone who enjoys building positive relationships and wants a genuinely rewarding career in education.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide tailored 1:1 and small group support.
• Encourage communication and social development.
• Support pupils with sensory and emotional regulation.
• Work alongside teachers and therapists.
• Adapt activities to meet individual learning needs.
• Promote confidence, independence and positive behaviour.
• Safeguard and support pupil wellbeing.

Candidate Requirements

• Experience with SEND or Autism is desirable.
• Patient, caring and adaptable approach.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Passion for helping young people succeed.
• DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one.

What the School Offers

• Outstanding specialist training.
• Friendly and supportive staff team.
• Excellent facilities and resources.
• Long-term career opportunities.
• Competitive daily pay.

Job Types: Full-time, Long-term

Pay: £85.00 - £100.00 per day

Work Location: In person

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be subject to enhanced DBS checks and safer recruitment procedures