Autism Support Assistant - 1:1 & Small Group Support

Justteachers Ltd; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Justteachers Ltd seeks a committed Autism Support Assistant to join a specialist education setting in Oakham. This full-time role starts immediately and focuses on helping pupils with autism access education, develop communication and social skills, and build independence.

You will work with teaching staff to deliver structured activities, monitor pupil progress, and create a calm, supportive learning environment. Experience with autism is highly desirable and DBS checks may be required.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people with autism is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide dedicated 1:1 and small group support for pupils with autism within a specialist setting.

Skills

1:1 support

Small group support

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Patience & empathy

Calm under pressure

Flexible attitude

Education

Education/childcare/SEN qualifications

Job description

Justteachers Ltd seeks a committed Autism Support Assistant to join a specialist education setting in Oakham. This full-time role starts immediately and focuses on helping pupils with autism access education, develop communication and social skills, and build independence.

You will work with teaching staff to deliver structured activities, monitor pupil progress, and create a calm, supportive learning environment. Experience with autism is highly desirable and DBS checks may be required.