Autism Support Assistant - Primary Education (ASD Focus)

JobsinED Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

JobsinED Ltd in Redbridge, East London, is recruiting a Learning Support Assistant to provide autism-specific support for pupils. The role focuses on developing communication, social skills and independence within the primary curriculum, working with experienced teachers and the SENCO.

The ideal candidate is a psychology graduate or experienced SEND support worker with a warm, patient approach and a confident understanding of autism.

Qualifications

• Psychology graduate or equivalent with ASD experience.
• Strong understanding of autism and neurodiversity.
• Experience in primary education preferred.
• Willingness to work full-time, long-term.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualised support for autistic pupils across the primary curriculum
• Develop communication and social interaction through structured activities
• Implement visual timetables, sensory strategies and consistent routines
• Encourage emotional regulation and positive classroom participation
• Adapt learning materials to individual strengths and needs
• Collaborate with teachers and the SENCO to review pupil progress

Skills

Patience

Empathy

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Psychology degree

Job description

JobsinED Ltd in Redbridge, East London, is recruiting a Learning Support Assistant to provide autism-specific support for pupils. The role focuses on developing communication, social skills and independence within the primary curriculum, working with experienced teachers and the SENCO.

The ideal candidate is a psychology graduate or experienced SEND support worker with a warm, patient approach and a confident understanding of autism.