Job description
Autism Support Assistant
Location: Hornsea
Salary: £88 – £110 per day
Start Date: Immediate / January 2026
GSL Education are recruiting a compassionate Autism Support Assistant to support pupils with ASC in a structured and nurturing school environment.
Responsibilities
• Provide tailored support to pupils with autism
• Assist with sensory regulation and structured routines
• Encourage communication and social development
• Support learning and engagement in lessons
• Work closely with SEN and pastoral teams
Requirements
• Experience supporting pupils with autism or SEN
• Understanding of autism support strategies
• Patient, consistent and caring nature
• Ability to adapt to individual pupil 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 Autism Support Assistant, please contact Kerry Fowler at GSL Education or apply online via the GSL Education website.