Autism Support Worker

Milk Education; North East; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 17,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

APSCo Compliance+ accreditation

Flexible term-time hours

Culture-matched placements

Milk Academy CPD

PSHE lesson plans & resources

Educator Wellbeing resources

School prep pack

24/7 consultant support

Job summary

Milk Education is recruiting an Autism Support Worker for a Primary School SEND Unit in Durham, starting immediately on a term-time basis.

You will work with pupils with autism and other needs, supporting one-to-one and small groups, assisting with personal care, and helping the class teacher adapt activities. The role offers flexible term-time hours and includes ongoing CPD via Milk Education.

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

• Supporting pupils one-to-one and in small groups, tailored to 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 relationships to encourage communication and independence.
• Monitoring and recording pupil progress, behaviour and wellbeing.
• Following safeguarding procedures and school policies.

Skills

Learning disabilities experience

Personal care

Calm and patient

Teamwork and communication

Caring and resilient

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 Pimary School SEND Unit in Durham, starting immediately on a term-time basis.

This setting supports primary aged children with 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.

Autism Support Worker Responsibilities

Your main responsibilities will include:

• 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

Autism Support Worker 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

Autism Support Worker 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

Benefits:

• Competitive rates of pay with temp-to-perm routes available.
• Speedy registration process & fast-track compliance – APSCo Compliance+ accredited for the highest safer recruitment standards.
• Flexible days and working hours to suit your schedule.
• Culture-matched placements – we take the time to understand you and find schools that fit your values and strengths.
• Priority Partnership school network – access to trusted schools who work with us long-term on staffing, enrichment and community initiatives.
• 5+ CPD courses completed before placement (including Safeguarding, SEND & Behaviour) with access to further accredited training through Milk Academy.
• FREE PSHE lesson plans and resources, designed by real teachers.
• FREE Educator Wellbeing resources and access to our community hub – because we believe supported staff stay longer and make a bigger impact.
• School Preparation Pack with handover notes and insightful school guides – so you walk in ready on day one.
• 24/7 support from your personal consultant, directly through their work mobile phone to ensure your journey is personal.

This role is paid within the advertised pay scale. Your starting rate will be determined by your qualifications, relevant experience, and the requirements of the assignment.

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.

Milk Education is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age. By applying, you agree to our Privacy Policy, available on our website. Milk Education is acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy.