Job description
Inspire Change – Autism Support Worker Required in Poole!
Job Title: Autism Support Worker
Location: Poole
Salary: £13.68 - £16.12 per hour (Depending on experience)
Start Date: Immediate or September 2025
Contract Type: Full-time/Permanent
Are you a patient, resilient and compassionate individual driven by the desire to support young people with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC)? Do you thrive in a structured, purposeful environment where your presence and dedication can make a genuine difference?
GSL Education are currently recruiting for a committed Autism Support Worker to join a highly supportive specialist education setting in Poole. This is a full-time, permanent opportunity to work closely with children and young people who require consistent, individualised care and structured support to reach their full potential.
About the School
The school provides high-quality education for pupils aged 4 to 19 with a wide range of learning difficulties, offering a safe, welcoming, and inclusive environment where every child is valued and supported to reach their full potential. With a broad and balanced curriculum tailored to individual needs—including specialist pathways in Early Years, Post-16 education, supported internships, and life skills development—pupils are encouraged to become as independent as possible and well-prepared for life beyond school. The dedicated staff team creates personalised learning experiences and fosters strong partnerships with families and external agencies. The school promotes core British values, mutual respect for different faiths and beliefs, and places safeguarding at the heart of everything it does, ensuring all pupils are protected, supported, and cared for in a nurturing environment. A positive Ofsted rating reflects the school’s commitment to high standards, inclusive practice, and pupil progress. Through its outreach work and collaboration with the wider community, the school also supports other schools in meeting the needs of children with special educational needs and disabilities, driven by a strong belief that every child can succeed with the right support, encouragement, and opportunities.
About the Role / Role Overview
As an Autism Support Worker, you will provide daily, person-centred support to pupils with ASC, helping them access the curriculum, develop social communication skills, and manage their emotional regulation. You will be a key figure in the classroom, offering both academic and pastoral support, and ensuring pupils feel safe, respected and understood.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support children and young people with Autism in both 1:1 and small group contexts.
- Use visual aids, communication tools (e.g., PECs, Makaton) and sensory strategies to enhance pupil engagement.
- Promote positive behaviour and emotional regulation through consistency and structured approaches.
- Work closely with class teachers, therapists and SENCOs to implement EHCPs and learning plans.
- Encourage independence, life skills and confidence through practical learning.
- Maintain accurate records and contribute to progress tracking and support reviews.
Job Requirements:
- Proven experience supporting individuals with Autism, ideally within an education or care setting.
- Knowledge of ASC-related behaviours, communication strategies and sensory needs.
- A calm, empathetic and adaptive personality with excellent interpersonal skills.
- Qualifications in education, health and social care, or psychology are advantageous but not essential.
- Understanding of safeguarding procedures and commitment to pupil welfare.
- Have an updated CV (covering the last ten years barring any unexplained gaps) and an enhanced DBS registered to the Update Service (or be willing to apply for one).
Why Join GSL Education?
- Competitive salary of £13.68 - £16.12 per hour, depending on experience.
- Work within a supportive and inclusive school setting.
- Full-time and part-time positions available to suit your schedule.
- Dedicated support from your GSL consultant throughout your placement.
Apply Now!
If you are a dedicated Autism Support Worker looking for a long-term role where your impact is tangible and valued, we welcome your application.
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.
As an ethical, inclusive and independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools across the UK.
For more information or to register your interest in the ‘Autism Support Worker’ 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.