Autism Support Assistant

Gumtree; Aylesbury; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a dedicated Autism Support Assistant in Aylesbury to provide tailored support for students with Autism Spectrum Condition. This full-time role requires experience in supporting children with autism, strong interpersonal skills, and a commitment to pupil wellbeing. Responsibilities include implementing Individual Education Plans, promoting communication, and adapting learning resources. A competitive daily rate of £90 – £120 is offered along with professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive daily rate

Ongoing professional development

Dedicated consultant support

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with children with Autism or Special Educational Needs (SEN) is highly desirable.
• Empathetic approach to supporting pupils with additional needs.
• Ability to adapt resources and activities to meet individual needs.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and small-group support for pupils with autism.
• Implement Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and behaviour support strategies.
• Encourage communication, social interaction, and emotional development.

Skills

Experience supporting children with autism

Strong interpersonal skills

Calm and patient approach

Flexible attitude

Job description

## DescriptionRole: Autism Support Assistant Location: Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire Start Date: January 2026 Contract Type: Full-time Pay: £90 – £120 per day The Role As an Autism Support Assistant, you will work closely with class teachers, SENCOs, and external professionals to deliver tailored support for pupils with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC). You will help create a structured, nurturing learning environment that promotes emotional regulation, communication skills, and positive behaviour for learning. Building strong, trusting relationships with pupils will be central to your role, ensuring every child feels understood, valued, and supported. Key Responsibilities Provide one-to-one and small-group support for pupils with autism Support the implementation of Individual Education Plans (IEPs), EHCP targets, and behaviour support strategies Encourage communication, social interaction, and emotional development Adapt classroom resources and activities to meet individual learning needs Work collaboratively with teaching staff and the SEN team to monitor progress and outcomes About You Previous experience supporting children with autism or SEN is highly desirable A calm, patient, and empathetic approach to supporting pupils with additional needs Strong interpersonal and communication skills A proactive and flexible attitude within a dynamic school environment A genuine commitment to inclusion, safeguarding, and pupil wellbeing What’s on Offer Competitive daily rate of £90 – £120 Full-time position with ongoing professional development opportunities Support from a dedicated consultant and access to varied SEN settings Opportunity to be part of a collaborative team focused on inclusive practice How to Apply If you would like to learn more about this opportunity, please contact Joel on or apply below. Supply Desk works in partnership with multiple Local Authorities and offers a wide range of education roles across Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire, and Buckinghamshire. Alongside competitive pay rates, we provide a pension contribution scheme, continuous professional development, and dedicated consultant support throughout your placement. Due to the high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Supply Desk also offers a £100 Golden Hello for successful referrals of teachers or teaching assistants. Please get in touch for further details. xjnqpsq Supply Desk is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be subject to relevant safeguarding checksAd ID: **5417715686**