Autism Teaching Assistant — Temp-to-Perm in Epsom

GSL Education; Epsom and Ewell; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

GSL Education is recruiting for an Autism Teaching Assistant to join a specialist school in Epsom. The role is full-time, temp-to-perm with ASAP start, offering an opportunity to build a long-term career supporting students with ASD.

You will work closely with teachers and the support team to help learners access learning, develop communication and social skills, and foster a safe, inclusive environment for children with diverse needs.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people with ASD/Autism.
• Comfortable in a special needs school environment.
• Patient, caring approach; able to build positive relationships with students.

Responsibilities

• Support students with ASD to access learning and participate in activities.
• Help develop communication and social skills.
• Collaborate with teaching staff to maintain a safe, inclusive environment.
• Contribute to the ongoing support plan for each learner.

Skills

ASD experience

Special needs environment

Patience & empathy

Relationship building

Full-time availability

Job description

GSL Education is recruiting for an Autism Teaching Assistant to join a specialist school in Epsom. The role is full-time, temp-to-perm with ASAP start, offering an opportunity to build a long-term career supporting students with ASD.

You will work closely with teachers and the support team to help learners access learning, develop communication and social skills, and foster a safe, inclusive environment for children with diverse needs.