Autism Support Assistant

Teach Midlands; Wollaston; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Wollaston School is seeking an Autism Support Assistant to join our supportive and inclusive team for an ASAP start. The role supports pupils with autism, assists teachers with adapting lessons, and helps implement individual education plans to foster independence in a thriving secondary school.

The position is NJC Grade I, 37 hours per week, 39 weeks per year, with actual salary ranging from £30,072 to £33,271, DOE. DBS and safeguarding checks are required.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children or young people with autism.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Calm, empathetic and flexible approach.
• Commitment to safeguarding and school values.

Responsibilities

• Work directly with pupils with autism, helping them to achieve their full potential academically and socially.
• Support teachers in adapting lessons.
• Implement individual education plans.
• Foster independence in a vibrant secondary school.

Skills

Autism support

Communication

Organisational skills

Safeguarding

Empathy

Job description

AUTISM SUPPORT ASSISTANT

Required For an ASAP start – pending safer recruitment completion

Role Details: NJC Grade I, points 22 to 26. 37 hours per week, 39 weeks per year

Hours: 8am to 4pm – Monday to Thursday & 8am to 3.30pm on Fridays

Actual Salary: £30,072 to £33,271 – DOE

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people with autism? Wollaston School is seeking a dedicated Autism Support Assistant to join our supportive and inclusive team.

About the Role

As an Autism Support Assistant, you’ll work directly with pupils with autism, helping them to achieve their full potential both academically and socially. You’ll support teachers in adapting lessons, implement individual education plans, and foster independence in a vibrant secondary school.

What We’re Looking For

• Experience supporting children or young people with autism
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• A calm, empathetic, and flexible approach
• Commitment to safeguarding and upholding the school’s values

Why Join Wollaston School?

• Be part of a passionate, forward-thinking secondary school team
• Opportunities for ongoing training and professional development
• Make a real difference to our diverse and thriving school community

Closing date for applications: Friday 16th October 2026

Interviews will be held on Wednesday 21st October 2026 – please ensure your availability

Wollaston School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check, a medical check and the provision of two references one of which MUST be your most recent or last employer.

Do you want to work in a school where you feel valued? Where staff wellbeing is championed?
Where CPD and opportunities for growth and development are supported and encouraged? Look no further and come and work with us!

SalaryDescription NJC Grade I, Scale point 22 to 26 DOE