Job description
Job Title: Autism Support Assistant
Location: York, North Yorkshire
Contract Type: Temporary, Supply, Part-Time, Full-Time
Start Date: September 2026
Salary Scale: £92 – £110 per day (Depending on experience)
Are you a compassionate and resilient Autism Support Assistant looking to make a meaningful difference in the lives of young people?
GSL Education Hull Branch are currently searching for a Autism Support Assistant to work across a range of inclusive and supportive secondary schools in York. We are looking for a patient, dedicated, and proactive support professional who is passionate about helping students with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) and behavioural needs develop confidence, independence, and positive learning behaviours.
Autism Support Assistant Role:
The successful Behaviour Autism Support Assistant will provide tailored support to students with Autism and associated behavioural needs, working closely with teachers and pastoral staff to promote engagement, emotional regulation, and academic progress. We are looking to recruit a Autism Support Assistant who can build trusting relationships, respond positively to challenging situations, and contribute to a nurturing and structured learning environment.
Autism Support Assistant Responsibilities:
- Provide one-to-one and small group support for students with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) and behavioural needs
- Implement behaviour support strategies to encourage positive conduct and classroom engagement
- Support students with communication, social interaction, and emotional regulation throughout the school day
- Assist teachers in adapting learning activities to meet individual student needs and abilities
- Monitor student progress and share observations with teaching and pastoral staff to support individual plans
- Work collaboratively with colleagues, families, and external professionals to promote positive educational and wellbeing outcomes
Autism Support Assistant Requirements:
- Previous experience supporting children or young people with Autism, SEND, SEMH, or behavioural needs is highly desirable
- Knowledge of Autism Spectrum Condition and positive behaviour support strategies
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills
- A calm, patient, resilient, and empathetic approach to supporting young people
- A good understanding of safeguarding and child protection procedures
- 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
To apply to work with GSL Education as a Autism Support Assistant in York, or to find out more about this opportunity, please submit an up-to-date CV via the application link.
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 providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service or completing an application for a new check.
For more information or to register your interest in ‘Autism Support Assistant’ role, or to be considered, please click ‘apply now’ to submit your full and up-to-date CV, and one of our dedicated consultants, will be in touch.
As an ethical, inclusive, and independent recruitment agency GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools throughout York.