Autism Support Assistant – Crawley
Location: Crawley
Contract Type: Part-Time
Start Date: Immediately
Salary: £88.92 - £95 per day [Depending on experience]
About the School
This Crawley school provides an inclusive and structured environment where pupils with autism and other additional needs can thrive. The school prioritises individualised support, promoting independence, confidence, and engagement in learning. Staff work collaboratively to ensure the well-being of all students and to create a calm, safe, and nurturing setting where every child’s needs are understood and met.
About the Role
We are seeking a dedicated Autism Support Assistant to provide targeted support for pupils with autism. The role is ideal for someone who can deliver personalised learning and behavioural support, helping pupils access the curriculum and develop social, emotional, and communication skills. This is an excellent opportunity to make a tangible difference to children’s learning and day-to-day school experience.
Responsibilities
* Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with autism, ensuring engagement and progress in learning activities.
* Assist teachers in delivering differentiated lessons tailored to individual learning goals.
* Support pupils with personal care as needed, maintaining dignity and respect at all times.
* Implement positive behaviour strategies to manage challenging behaviour and encourage self-regulation.
* Encourage pupils’ independence, confidence, and social skills in both classroom and outdoor learning activities.
* Collaborate with teachers, SENCOs, and external professionals to ensure consistent, needs-based support.
* Maintain accurate records and contribute to ongoing support plans and reviews.
Qualifications and Experience
* Experience working with pupils with autism or additional learning needs is highly desirable.
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills with patience and empathy.
* Understanding of safeguarding, behaviour management, and inclusive education principles.
* Relevant qualifications, such as CACHE Level 2/3, Health and Social Care, or Education Support, are advantageous.
* Must have the right to work in the UK and hold, or be willing to apply for, an Enhanced DBS certificate registered on the Update Service.
Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks; including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service, or completing an application for a new check.
To Apply
To work with GSL Education as an Autism Support Assistant, you must have the right to work in the UK, provide a full CV with references, and hold (or be willing to obtain) an Enhanced DBS certificate.
For more information or to register your interest in the ‘Autism Support Assistant’ role, or to be considered, please click ‘apply now’ to submit your full and up-to-date CV. Alternatively, contact the relevant GSL Education consultant directly for a confidential discussion.