Autism Support Worker

GUARDIAN SELECTION LIMITED; Barnham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist education recruitment agency is seeking an Autism Support Worker in Barnham to support children and young people with autism. The candidate will provide personalized support, foster a positive learning environment, and work collaboratively with teachers and professionals. Strong communication, patience, and relevant experience are required for this fulfilling role.

Benefits

Competitive daily pay rates

Professional development opportunities

Continuous support from an education consultant

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children or young people with autism or additional needs.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one or small group support for pupils with autism.
• Assist teachers in delivering personalized learning plans.
• Encourage development of communication and coping skills.

Skills

Communication skills

Empathy

Patience

Job description

Are you a compassionate and patient individual passionate about supporting children and young people with autism to thrive both academically and socially?

GSL Education are looking for a committed Autism Support Worker to join a caring and inclusive school in Barnham. This position provides a meaningful chance to support pupils with autism as they build key skills, grow in confidence, and engage positively within their learning environment.

The Autism Support Worker provides personalised support to children and young people with autism, helping them engage with learning and develop essential social and communication skills.

As an Autism Support Worker, you will:

• Provide one-to-one or small group support for pupils with autism, tailoring your approach to meet individual needs.
• Assist teachers and SENCOs in delivering personalised learning and social development plans.
• Encourage pupils to build communication, social, and coping skills while supporting emotional regulation.
• Foster a safe, structured, and positive learning environment where pupils can succeed.
• Collaborate closely with teaching staff, parents, and external professionals to ensure consistent support.

Requirements for Autism Support Worker:

• Previous experience supporting children or young people with autism or other additional needs.
• Patience, empathy, and the ability to respond flexibly to pupils’ needs.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
• An enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service (or willingness to apply).
• A full CV covering the last 10 years, with explanations for any gaps.

What GSL Education offers:

• Competitive daily pay rates.
• Flexible day-to-day or long-term placements.
• Access to professional development and training.
• Continuous support from a dedicated education consultant.

Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks; including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service, or completing an application for a new check.

As an ethical, inclusive and independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools across the UK.

To apply for the Autism Support Worker position, simply select ‘Apply Now’ and upload your CV. A consultant will contact you soon after.