ASD Support Assistant
Posted 04/07/26About the Role
Join a thriving school dedicated to inclusive education, where you will provide vital support to secondary students on the autism spectrum. This rewarding role involves facilitating their social communication, effectively managing sensory needs, and ensuring full access to a broad curriculum within a specialist setting. You will play a crucial part in fostering a positive and enabling learning environment for every student.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide tailored support to secondary students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).
* Implement effective strategies to enhance social communication skills among pupils.
* Proactively manage sensory environments to promote student well-being and engagement.
* Assist students in accessing and successfully engaging with the secondary curriculum.
* Collaborate effectively with teaching staff, parents, and external professionals.
* Contribute to the development of individualised support plans for students.
About You
* Possess demonstrable experience supporting individuals with ASD, ideally in a secondary setting.
* Exhibit exceptional patience, empathy, and understanding in all interactions.
* Communicate clearly and effectively with students, staff, and parents.
* Demonstrate resilience and adaptability in a dynamic educational environment.
* Hold a steadfast commitment to safeguarding and promoting pupil welfare.
* Be available for various contract types, including long-term, daily supply, short-term, or permanent positions.
Why Join
Embark on a truly impactful career within a supportive and collaborative school environment where your contributions are highly valued. This role offers excellent opportunities for professional growth and the chance to make a profound difference to young lives, with a competitive daily rate ranging from £90 to £115. We are looking to welcome a dedicated individual to our team as soon as possible.
Join a thriving school dedicated to inclusive education, where you will provide vital support to secondary students on the autism spectrum. This rewarding role involves facilitating their social communication, effectively managing sensory needs, and ensuring full access to a broad curriculum within a specialist setting. You will play a crucial part in fostering a positive and enabling learning environment for every student.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide tailored support to secondary students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).
* Implement effective strategies to enhance social communication skills among pupils.
* Proactively manage sensory environments to promote student well-being and engagement.
* Assist students in accessing and successfully engaging with the secondary curriculum.
* Collaborate effectively with teaching staff, parents, and external professionals.
* Contribute to the development of individualised support plans for students.
About You
* Possess demonstrable experience supporting individuals with ASD, ideally in a secondary setting.
* Exhibit exceptional patience, empathy, and understanding in all interactions.
* Communicate clearly and effectively with students, staff, and parents.
* Demonstrate resilience and adaptability in a dynamic educational environment.
* Hold a steadfast commitment to safeguarding and promoting pupil welfare.
* Be available for various contract types, including long-term, daily supply, short-term, or permanent positions.
Why Join
Embark on a truly impactful career within a supportive and collaborative school environment where your contributions are highly valued. This role offers excellent opportunities for professional growth and the chance to make a profound difference to young lives, with a competitive daily rate ranging from £90 to £115. We are looking to welcome a dedicated individual to our team as soon as possible.
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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