Autism Support Assistant: 1:1 & Small Groups

Catering; Shepton Mallet; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Five Education seeks a caring In Class Support Assistant to help pupils in Shepton Mallet, focusing on autism in the classroom. The role suits a patient, understanding candidate confident in supporting pupils with additional needs alongside teachers and support staff.

You will work 1:1 or in small groups, assist learning activities and daily routines, and encourage communication, independence and positive behaviour while safeguarding at all times.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with autism (professional or personal).
• Calm, patient, and nurturing approach.
• Able to adapt to individual needs and structured routines.
• Understanding of safeguarding and child welfare.
• Experience in a school or SEND setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supporting pupils with autism, 1:1 or in small groups.
• Helping pupils engage with learning activities and daily routines.
• Encouraging communication, independence, and positive behaviour.
• Working closely with teachers and other support staff.

Skills

Experience with autism

Calm and patient

Adaptability to routines

Safeguarding awareness

Team collaboration

Job description

Five Education seeks a caring In Class Support Assistant to help pupils in Shepton Mallet, focusing on autism in the classroom. The role suits a patient, understanding candidate confident in supporting pupils with additional needs alongside teachers and support staff.

You will work 1:1 or in small groups, assist learning activities and daily routines, and encourage communication, independence and positive behaviour while safeguarding at all times.