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Autism Support Assistant
Job Posted: 13 hours ago
Salary: £ 103 - 140 / Day
Job Type: Temporary
Location: Kennington
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Date posted: 27 November 2025
Pay: £103.00-£140.00 per day
Job Description:
Autism Support Assistant
Are you passionate about supporting autistic young people to develop confidence, independence, and the skills they need for adult life?
Do you enjoy hands-on, practical learning environments where no two days are the same?
We are a specialist Further Education setting for young people aged 19–25 with a diagnosis of autism and additional learning needs. Our mission is to help learners prepare for independent adulthood, develop employability skills, and build the confidence to lead healthy, fulfilling lives.
We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Autism Support Assistant to join our welcoming and highly skilled team. You will work closely with teachers, job coaches, and therapists to deliver personalised programmes that reflect each student’s interests, goals, and Educational, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) outcomes.
Why Join Us? A Life-Changing Mission
Be part of a provision that empowers learners to become confident, independent adults ready for the world of work.
A Supportive, Skilled Team
Work alongside experienced teachers, SEN specialists, and job coaches who share your passion for inclusive education.
A Vibrant, Creative Environment
Our beautiful building includes large gardens and multiple vocational spaces for activities such as:
Gardening
Cycle maintenance
Art, costume design & creative projects
Café work
Dance, yoga & music
Baking, bike fixing and more!Professional Growth
Access high-quality training in autism, behaviour support, communication, vocational education, and travel training.
Your Role
As an Autism Support Assistant, you will:
Provide 1:1 and small-group support across vocational, academic, and enterprise sessions.
Help students develop work skills, independence, and confidence through hands-on activities.
Support learners in community-based work placements such as cafés, shops, museums, and other employers.
Accompany students during off-site activities, helping them build independent travel skills and navigate real-world environments safely.
Promote health, well-being, and emotional regulation, encouraging students to make positive choices.
Assist with teaching Functional Skills (English, Maths, ICT) and other accredited Entry Level courses.
Build positive, trusting relationships so learners feel safe, valued, and understood.
Work collaboratively with teachers, job coaches, and the wider support team to track progress and celebrate achievements.Every day brings new opportunities to help students move closer to independence and employment.
What We’re Looking For
GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths.
Experience supporting autistic children, young people, or adults – or a strong interest in SEN.
A calm, empathetic, patient approach with a genuine commitment to person-centred support.
Confidence supporting learners both on-site and in the community.
Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
Passion for helping young people build life skills, self-belief, and independence.What You’ll Gain
Rewarding, meaningful work supporting young adults at a pivotal stage in their lives.
Experience in specialist autism education, vocational training, and supported employment.
CPD opportunities in autism practice, communication strategies, behaviour support, employability coaching and more.
A chance to make a real impact in a supportive, nurturing community.Safeguarding
Create Education and our partner schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. This role requires an enhanced DBS check and full pre-employment screening.
How to Apply
If you’re ready to make a genuine difference and help young people thrive, we’d love to hear from you. Send your CV to (url removed) or call (phone number removed) for an informal chat.
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