Autism Support Worker

Supply Desk; Borehamwood; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational support organization in Borehamwood is seeking an Autism Support Worker to support students with autism in a welcoming primary school. This role focuses on encouraging social interaction, implementing personalized strategies, and collaborating with staff to promote students' development. The ideal candidate will be calm, patient, and proactive, with a strong understanding of autism-related needs. This position offers flexible working and aims to make a meaningful impact.

Benefits

Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant

Access to autism-specific CPD and training

Opportunity to secure a permanent role

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with autism.
• Calm, patient, consistent, and empathetic approach.
• Strong understanding of autism-specific strategies, communication tools, and sensory needs.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with autism both in and out of the classroom.
• Encourage communication, social interaction, independence, and emotional regulation.
• Implement structured routines and positive behaviour support plans.

Skills

Experience supporting children with autism

Calm, patient, consistent, and empathetic approach

Strong understanding of autism-specific strategies

Ability to build trusting relationships

Proactive and adaptable

Job description

Autism Support Worker Champion Neurodiversity

Location: Borehamwood
Start Date: ASAP / February 2026
Contract: Temporary to Permanent
Pay: From £85 per day

Supply Desk is recruiting an Autism Support Worker to support pupils with ASD in a welcoming and inclusive primary school in Borehamwood. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference and champion neurodiversity.

The Role

• Support pupils with autism both in and out of the classroom
• Encourage communication, social interaction, independence, and emotional regulation
• Implement structured routines, personalised strategies, and positive behaviour support plans
• Assist with transitions, group activities, and one-to-one interventions
• Work closely with teachers, SENCOs, and other staff to monitor progress and contribute to Individual Education Plans (IEPs)
• Support pupils during lunch, break times, and school trips

The Ideal Candidate

• Experience supporting children with autism
• Calm, patient, consistent, and empathetic approach
• Strong understanding of autism-specific strategies, communication tools, and sensory needs
• Able to build trusting relationships with pupils, families, and school staff
• Holds an enhanced DBS or is willing to apply for one
• Proactive, adaptable, and committed to championing neurodiversity

What s On Offer

• Daily pay from £85
• Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant
• Access to autism-specific CPD and training
• Opportunity to secure a permanent role
• Flexible working and the chance to make a meaningful impact

How to Apply

Send your CV and cover note to Nikki Corbett at (url removed) or call (phone number removed).

Supply Desk is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are subject to enhanced DBS checks and satisfactory references.