ASD Support Assistant
Posted 10/09/26About the Role
Join a progressive school in South West London dedicated to providing outstanding specialist education for secondary students with Autism Spectrum Disorder. This challenging and profoundly rewarding ASD Support Assistant role focuses on empowering pupils to thrive academically and socially, facilitating crucial social communication, expertly managing diverse sensory needs, and ensuring full access to an engaging curriculum. We are seeking a dedicated individual for immediate start, with contract options ranging from long-term, daily supply, short-term to permanent, offering a competitive daily rate of £90 - £115.
Key Responsibilities
* Facilitate meaningful social communication strategies with secondary students on the autism spectrum.
* Implement effective sensory regulation techniques to create a supportive learning environment.
* Provide tailored academic support, ensuring full curriculum access and understanding.
* Champion independence and foster positive behaviour through consistent encouragement.
* Collaborate proactively with teaching staff and specialists to deliver integrated support.
* Adapt support methods flexibly to meet evolving individual student requirements.
About You
* Demonstrable experience working with secondary-aged students with Autism Spectrum Disorder.
* Possess exceptional patience, empathy, and resilience in a dynamic educational setting.
* Exhibit outstanding communication and interpersonal skills, fostering trust and rapport.
* A proactive and adaptable approach to supporting diverse learning needs is essential.
* Committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all young people.
* Eager to embrace professional development opportunities within a specialist environment.
Why Join
This is an unparalleled opportunity to make a profound difference in the lives of young people within a highly supportive and innovative educational community. You will contribute to a progressive school environment that values every individual's potential and offers significant avenues for professional growth. Become an integral part of a team dedicated to truly empowering students to achieve their very best.
Join a progressive school in South West London dedicated to providing outstanding specialist education for secondary students with Autism Spectrum Disorder. This challenging and profoundly rewarding ASD Support Assistant role focuses on empowering pupils to thrive academically and socially, facilitating crucial social communication, expertly managing diverse sensory needs, and ensuring full access to an engaging curriculum. We are seeking a dedicated individual for immediate start, with contract options ranging from long-term, daily supply, short-term to permanent, offering a competitive daily rate of £90 - £115.
Key Responsibilities
* Facilitate meaningful social communication strategies with secondary students on the autism spectrum.
* Implement effective sensory regulation techniques to create a supportive learning environment.
* Provide tailored academic support, ensuring full curriculum access and understanding.
* Champion independence and foster positive behaviour through consistent encouragement.
* Collaborate proactively with teaching staff and specialists to deliver integrated support.
* Adapt support methods flexibly to meet evolving individual student requirements.
About You
* Demonstrable experience working with secondary-aged students with Autism Spectrum Disorder.
* Possess exceptional patience, empathy, and resilience in a dynamic educational setting.
* Exhibit outstanding communication and interpersonal skills, fostering trust and rapport.
* A proactive and adaptable approach to supporting diverse learning needs is essential.
* Committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all young people.
* Eager to embrace professional development opportunities within a specialist environment.
Why Join
This is an unparalleled opportunity to make a profound difference in the lives of young people within a highly supportive and innovative educational community. You will contribute to a progressive school environment that values every individual's potential and offers significant avenues for professional growth. Become an integral part of a team dedicated to truly empowering students to achieve their very best.
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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