Job description
Job Title: Autism Support Assistant
Location: York, North Yorkshire
Contract: Full Time, Term Time Only
Start Date: June 2026
Salary: £92 – £115 per day
Are you a patient and compassionate Autism Support Assistant who is passionate about making a real difference in young people’s lives?
GSL Education are searching for a committed Autism Support Assistant to join a specialist school in York. This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who is committed to supporting students with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) and helping them access learning in a safe, structured, and supportive environment.
About the School:
A specialist educational setting providing a structured, nurturing, and inclusive environment where children and young people with additional needs receive personalised support to develop academically, socially, and emotionally at their own pace.
Core Responsibilities as an Autism Support Assistant:
- Support students with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) in lessons and daily activities
- Provide one-to-one and small group support tailored to individual needs
- Help implement individual learning and behaviour support plans
- Encourage communication, independence, and social interaction
- Support students in managing emotions and transitions throughout the school day
- Work closely with teachers and SEN staff to create a structured learning environment
- Promote positive behaviour and engagement in learning
Autism Support Assistant Requirements:
- Experience working with children or young people with Autism or additional needs
- A patient, caring, and resilient approach
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Ability to follow structured routines and support plans
- A proactive and supportive attitude
- A degree in Psychology or a related field is highly desirable
- An up-to-date CV covering the last ten years (with any gaps explained)
- An enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service, or willingness to apply
What GSL Education Offer:
- Competitive daily pay rates
- Ongoing support from experienced education consultants
- Opportunities for long-term and permanent roles
- A rewarding position in a highly supportive specialist environment
- Access to a range of CPD learning opportunities including an SEN Diploma, Level 2 Teaching Assistant Certificate and Autism Awareness to name a few.
If you are an Autism Support Assistant looking to make a meaningful impact in York, apply today.
GSL Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to safer recruitment checks including an enhanced DBS check registered to the update service (or willingness to apply for one), satisfactory references, and verification of qualifications and right to work in the UK.
To apply to work with GSL Education as an Autism Support Assistant in York, or to find out more, please contact Kerry Fowler at GSL Education and submit an up-to-date CV via the application link.