ASD Support Assistant
Posted 02/07/26About the Role
Discover a fulfilling opportunity within an innovative school dedicated to exceptional SEN provision. We are seeking a compassionate and proactive ASD Support Assistant to join our dedicated team, providing essential support to secondary students on the autism spectrum. This pivotal role involves working within a specialist ASD setting, facilitating social communication, managing sensory needs, and supporting curriculum access across various subjects. We welcome applications for long-term, daily supply, short-term, or permanent engagements, offering a competitive daily rate of £90-£115, with an immediate start available.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide dedicated, tailored support to secondary students with Autism Spectrum Disorder.
* Actively facilitate and encourage effective social communication skills among pupils.
* Proactively manage and respond to individual students' sensory needs within the learning environment.
* Support students in accessing a broad and balanced curriculum across various subjects.
* Collaborate closely with teaching staff to implement individualised education plans.
* Contribute to creating a positive, inclusive, and stimulating learning atmosphere for all.
About You
* You possess demonstrable experience supporting young people with Autism Spectrum Disorder, ideally in a secondary phase.
* A genuine passion for fostering inclusive education and unlocking student potential drives you.
* You demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills, adapting your approach to individual needs.
* Proactive and resilient, you confidently manage a diverse range of situations.
* You are patient, empathetic, and committed to creating a supportive learning environment.
* A relevant qualification or training in SEN or ASD support would be highly advantageous.
Why Join
Joining our team offers a truly rewarding opportunity to significantly impact the lives of young people, providing crucial support within a specialist setting. You will thrive in a collaborative and supportive environment, dedicated to professional growth and innovative practice. This role provides excellent daily rates and flexible contract options, ensuring a fulfilling career path where your contributions are genuinely valued.
Discover a fulfilling opportunity within an innovative school dedicated to exceptional SEN provision. We are seeking a compassionate and proactive ASD Support Assistant to join our dedicated team, providing essential support to secondary students on the autism spectrum. This pivotal role involves working within a specialist ASD setting, facilitating social communication, managing sensory needs, and supporting curriculum access across various subjects. We welcome applications for long-term, daily supply, short-term, or permanent engagements, offering a competitive daily rate of £90-£115, with an immediate start available.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide dedicated, tailored support to secondary students with Autism Spectrum Disorder.
* Actively facilitate and encourage effective social communication skills among pupils.
* Proactively manage and respond to individual students' sensory needs within the learning environment.
* Support students in accessing a broad and balanced curriculum across various subjects.
* Collaborate closely with teaching staff to implement individualised education plans.
* Contribute to creating a positive, inclusive, and stimulating learning atmosphere for all.
About You
* You possess demonstrable experience supporting young people with Autism Spectrum Disorder, ideally in a secondary phase.
* A genuine passion for fostering inclusive education and unlocking student potential drives you.
* You demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills, adapting your approach to individual needs.
* Proactive and resilient, you confidently manage a diverse range of situations.
* You are patient, empathetic, and committed to creating a supportive learning environment.
* A relevant qualification or training in SEN or ASD support would be highly advantageous.
Why Join
Joining our team offers a truly rewarding opportunity to significantly impact the lives of young people, providing crucial support within a specialist setting. You will thrive in a collaborative and supportive environment, dedicated to professional growth and innovative practice. This role provides excellent daily rates and flexible contract options, ensuring a fulfilling career path where your contributions are genuinely valued.
Not quite the right role? We're working with a number of schools and nurseries — feel free to get in touch to discuss other current opportunities.
Dunbar Education is committed to safeguarding children and young people. All roles are subject to enhanced DBS checks, references, and full compliance with safer recruitment procedures. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds.
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