Job description
Autism Support Worker -Needed
Location: Chandler's Ford
Salary Scale: £82.80 to £100 per day
Start Date: ASAP/ September
Are you patient, understanding, and ready to support unique minds?
Want to be part of a team that transforms lives?
Do you have the heart and resilience to support children with Autism?
GSL Education are looking for a compassionate and enthusiastic Autism Support Worker to join a vibrant Special Educational Needs team school in Chandler's Ford. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of children with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), ADHD, and other additional needs.
Whether you're experienced or just starting out, if you have a genuine passion for supporting young people, we want to hear from you!
Key Responsibilities as an Autism Support Worker:
- To support students who struggle with their class work
- Facilitate a fun and friendly learning environment
- To provide support to the class teacher
- To help the class teacher prepare lesson materials and classroom boards
- To keep the classroom a tidy and presentable environment
- To encourage children to do their best
- Help manage classroom behaviour
- Listen to the children read and practice their phonics
Qualifications & Skills required for Autism Support Worker role:
- Experience working with children with special educational needs, particularly those with autism or social and emotional needs (preferred, not essential).
- Experience working with SEN (in school, care, or voluntary settings) preferred, not essential
- Knowledge of and experience with behaviour management strategies.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team and communicate effectively with parents and other professionals.
- A patient and nurturing approach to working with children.
- Ability to adapt and be flexible in a fast-paced and changing environment.
- Commitment to ongoing professional development in SEN practices and strategies.
Autism Support Worker - Chandler's Ford - Term time only – September 2025 Start
To work with GSL Education as an Autism Support Worker, you should:
- Have the right to work in the UK.
- Have an up-to-date CV with two relevant references from within the last 2 years.
- Have a DBS registered to the update service or be happy to apply for one with GSL Education
Here at GSL Education, we offer competitive pay rates, bespoke service and dedicated Consultants who will support you in securing your new role. Whether you are at the start of your career or are looking for a more manageable work-life balance, rest assured we are here for you. As experienced Education Recruiters, we have helped hundreds of Candidates gain the relevant experience and training required to become Specialist Support Staff, Newly Qualified Teachers, Fully Qualified Teachers, Education Psychologists and even gain Senior Leadership appointments.
Please be advised that this Autism Support Worker role requires 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.
For more information about this position, please visit our website to contact the relevant branch. To work with GSL Education in the role of Autism Support Worker, please apply via the application link or visit www.gsleducation.com to apply online.