Job description
Autism Teaching Assistant
Location: York
Salary: £88 – £110 per day
Contract: Full-Time
Start Date: 6 January 2026
GSL Education are looking to appoint a committed Key Stage 3 Autism Teaching Assistant to join a specialist Alternative Provision in the York area. This is an excellent opportunity to support autistic learners who benefit from structured routines, smaller groups and personalised intervention.
About the School
The provision supports pupils aged 4–16 who require flexible, therapeutic and bespoke learning pathways. Many pupils have autism, social communication differences and associated SEMH needs. Staff work closely with learners to build confidence, emotional regulation and engagement through consistent routines and tailored support.
Role Responsibilities
• Provide 1:1 and small-group support for autistic learners in Key Stage 3.
• Assist with communication strategies, visual timetables, sensory regulation and social-skills development.
• Support academic work across a broad, adapted curriculum.
• Work alongside teachers, keyworkers and pastoral staff to deliver individual learning plans.
• Promote independence, emotional regulation and positive classroom routines.
Requirements
• Experience supporting autistic pupils (school, college or community-based settings).
• Strong understanding of autism-friendly approaches and communication strategies.
• Ability to remain patient, calm and consistent.
• Confidence supporting behaviour linked to sensory or emotional needs.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to apply.
Please be advised that this role requires a 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.
GSL Education is an ethical, independent recruitment agency which aims to provide quality teaching and support staff in schools throughout East and North Yorkshire.
If you would like to apply for the position of Key Stage 3 Autism Teaching Assistant, please call Kerry Fowler at GSL Education and submit your up-to-date CV via the application link. Alternatively, please visit the GSL Education official website to apply online.