Autism Support Worker. Job in Lindford Education & Training Jobs

GSL Education - Southampton; East Hampshire; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A dedicated education recruitment agency is seeking an Autism Support Worker for a vibrant school in Bordon. This role involves supporting students with special educational needs, such as autism and ADHD, to foster their academic and emotional development. Candidates should have experience working with children and a passion for making a difference. Competitive pay rates are offered, along with dedicated support from consultants.

Benefits

Competitive pay rates

Ongoing professional development

Qualifications

• Experience with autism or social and emotional needs preferred.
• Ability to communicate effectively with parents and professionals.
• Commitment to professional development in SEN practices.

Responsibilities

• Support students who struggle with their class work.
• Facilitate a fun and friendly learning environment.
• Help the class teacher prepare lesson materials.

Skills

Experience working with children with special educational needs

Knowledge of behaviour management strategies

Ability to work effectively as part of a team

Patient and nurturing approach

Flexibility in a changing environment

Job description

Join US as an Autism Support Worker

Location: Bordon

Salary Scale: £13.80 to £15 per hour

Start: ASAP /September 2025

Would you love a role where every day brings purpose and reward?

Are you excited to support young people in reaching their full potential?

Could you be the difference a young person needs today?

GSL Education are delighted to be recruiting a dedicated Autism Support Worker for a vibrant and inclusive SEN school in Bordon, starting in September 2025.

This full-time/part-time, flexible role is ideal for individuals in supporting students with ASD, ADHD, SEMH, or challenging behaviours. Working in 1:1 setting or with small groups, you ll play a key role in helping students access the curriculum, develop confidence, and reach their full potential both academically and emotionally.

Key Responsibilities as an Autism Support Worker:

• To support students who struggle with their class work
• Facilitate a fun and friendly learning environment
• To provide support to the class teacher
• To help the class teacher prepare lesson materials and classroom boards
• To keep the classroom a tidy and presentable environment
• To encourage children to do their best
• Help manage classroom behaviour
• Listen to the children read and practice their phonics

Qualifications & Skills required for Autism Support Worker role:

• Experience working with children with special educational needs, particularly those with autism or social and emotional needs (preferred, not essential).
• Experience working with SEN (in school, care, or voluntary settings) preferred, not essential
• Knowledge of and experience with behaviour management strategies.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and communicate effectively with parents and other professionals.
• A patient and nurturing approach to working with children.
• Ability to adapt and be flexible in a fast-paced and changing environment.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development in SEN practices and strategies.

To work with GSL Education as an Autism Support Worker - Bordon, you should:

• Have the right to work in the UK.

• Have an up-to-date CV with two relevant references from within the last 2 years.

• Have a DBS registered to the update service or be happy to apply for one with GSL Education

Here at GSL Education, we offer competitive pay rates, bespoke service and dedicated Consultants who will support you in securing your new role. Whether you are at the start of your career or are looking for a more manageable work-life balance, rest assured we are here for you. As experienced Education Recruiters, we have helped hundreds of Candidates gain the relevant experience and training required to become Specialist Support Staff, Newly Qualified Teachers, Fully Qualified Teachers, Education Psychologists and even gain Senior Leadership appointments.

Please be advised that this Autism Support Worker role requires strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection, and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS on the update service.

For more details or to apply, please contact (url removed) at GSL Education. To apply for the role of an Autism Support Worker, please follow the application link or visit (url removed) to submit your application online.