Autism Support Worker - Islington

AMA Admin; Greater London; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Milk Education are partnering with a specialist autism provision in London to recruit an Autism Support Worker. You will support children and young people with autism in a dedicated setting designed to meet their needs, providing tailored support to help them engage with learning and build confidence.

You will work 1:1 or in small groups, collaborate with teachers and external professionals, and assist with personal care and water-based activities in a safe, nurturing environment, while tracking

Qualifications

• Experience with children or young people with autism
• Comfortable with personal care (essential)
• Willing to participate in swimming and water activities
• Patience, empathy and resilience
• Strong communication and teamwork
• Adaptable and proactive in supporting needs
• Committed to safeguarding children

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with autism
• Support the delivery of personalised learning and behaviour plans
• Encourage positive communication, interaction, and emotional regulation
• Work collaboratively with teaching staff and external professionals
• Create a safe, supportive, and engaging learning environment
• Support pupils with personal care needs where required, maintaining dignity and respect
• Assist with activities such as swimming sessions, including transitions
• Track and report on pupil progress

Skills

Autism experience

Personal care

Swimming sessions

Empathy

Communication

Teamwork

Adaptable

Education

Education/Childcare/SEND

Job description

Autism Support Worker

Location: Islington
Pay: £100 - £120 per day
Contract: Full-time
Start Date: September 2026

About the Role

Milk Education are working in partnership with a specialist autism provision to recruit an Autism Support Worker. This is a rewarding opportunity to support children and young people with autism in a dedicated setting designed to meet their individual needs.

You will play a key role in providing tailored support, helping pupils engage with learning, build confidence, and develop essential life skills within a structured, nurturing, and highly supportive environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with autism
• Support the delivery of personalised learning and behaviour plans
• Encourage positive communication, interaction, and emotional regulation
• Work collaboratively with teaching staff and external professionals
• Create a safe, supportive, and engaging learning environment
• Support pupils with personal care needs where required, maintaining dignity and respect at all times (essential)
• Assist with activities such as swimming sessions, including supporting pupils in the pool and during transitions
• Track and report on pupil progress

The Ideal Candidate

• Has experience working with children or young people with autism or additional needs
• Is confident and comfortable supporting with personal care (essential)
• Is happy to participate in swimming sessions and water-based activities
• Demonstrates patience, empathy, and resilience
• Has strong communication and teamwork skills
• Is adaptable and proactive in supporting a range of needs
• Is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children

Desirable Skills & Experience

• Relevant qualifications in education, childcare, or SEND
• Knowledge of strategies such as PECS, Makaton, or sensory approachesPrevious experience in a specialist or autism provision setting

Why Work with Milk Education?

• Excellent rates of pay
• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities
• Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement
• Opportunities for long-term and permanent roles
• Commitment to your career progression in education

Safeguarding Statement

Milk Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All roles are subject to enhanced DBS checks and satisfactory references.

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