Autism Support Worker

AMA Admin; Gateshead; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Milk Education is recruiting an Autism Support Worker to join a specialist SEND provision in Gateshead, starting immediately on a term-time basis. You will support pupils aged 5-19 with complex learning needs, including autism, speech and language difficulties, and physical or sensory impairments.

The role involves one-to-one and small group support, assisting with personal care, adapting activities, promoting engagement, and recording progress, with safeguarding and compliance at its core.

Qualifications

• Recent experience supporting children or adults with learning disabilities.
• Willingness to provide personal care.
• Calm, patient, and consistent approach.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Caring, flexible, and resilient attitude.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils one-to-one and in small groups, tailored to their individual needs.
• Assisting with personal care, including feeding, hygiene, and wellbeing support.
• Working alongside the class teacher to adapt lesson activities and resources.
• Promoting engagement and positive learning outcomes.
• Supporting behaviour management in line with school strategies.
• Building positive, trusting relationships to encourage communication and independence.
• Monitoring and recording pupil progress, behaviour, and wellbeing.
• Following all safeguarding procedures and school policies.

Skills

Experience with learning disabilities

Personal care

Calm and patient

Teamwork

Communication

Resilience

Job description

Autism Support Worker

Milk Education is more than a supply partner — we’re a community for educators. We’re currently recruiting for an Autism Support Worker to join a specialist SEND provision in Gateshead, starting immediately on a term-time basis.

This setting supports pupils aged 5-19 with complex learning needs, including autism, speech and language difficulties, and physical or sensory impairments. The school is committed to inclusion, communication, and removing barriers to learning through tailored support and strong collaboration with families and external professionals.

You’ll be joining a caring and inclusive environment where every pupil is supported to build confidence, independence, and reach their full potential. This role is ideal for someone passionate about making a meaningful impact in a specialist setting.

Responsibilities

• Supporting pupils one-to-one and in small groups, tailored to their individual needs
• Assisting with personal care, including feeding, hygiene, and wellbeing support
• Working alongside the class teacher to adapt lesson activities and resources
• Promoting engagement and positive learning outcomes
• Supporting behaviour management in line with school strategies
• Building positive, trusting relationships to encourage communication and independence
• Monitoring and recording pupil progress, behaviour, and wellbeing
• Following all safeguarding procedures and school policies

Rewards

• Competitive rates of pay with opportunities for permanent roles
• Speedy registration process & fast-track compliance
• Flexible working patterns (term-time hours: 08:30-15:30, Monday-Friday)
• Culture-matched placements in supportive school environments
• Access to ongoing CPD and training through Milk Education
• FREE lesson planning tools and classroom resources
• FREE wellbeing support and access to community hub
• School preparation guidance to help you feel confident from day one
• 24/7 support from your dedicated consultant

Requirements or Skills

• Recent experience supporting children or adults with learning disabilities
• Willingness to provide personal care
• Calm, patient, and consistent approach
• Strong teamwork and communication skills
• Caring, flexible, and resilient attitude

Interested? Get in touch to find out more:

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Milk Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We are APSCo Compliance+ accredited, meeting the highest standards in safer recruitment. All applicants will be subject to compliance checks in line with DfE, Keeping Children Safe in Education and APSCo guidelines.

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