Job description
Autism Support Teaching Assistant
Location: Malton
Pay Rate: £88 – £110 per day
Contract: Full-Time
Start Date: February 2026 or sooner
GSL Education are recruiting an Autism Support Teaching Assistant to work in a secondary SEMH setting in the Malton area, supporting pupils with autism and associated emotional needs.
About the School
The setting supports pupils through structured routines, personalised learning plans and sensory-aware strategies. Staff work collaboratively to promote stability and engagement.
Autism Support TA Responsibilities
* Provide 1:1 autism support
* Support sensory and emotional regulation
* Implement personalised strategies
* Encourage communication and independence
* Work closely with SEN and teaching teams
Requirements
* Experience supporting pupils with autism
* Understanding of SEMH and sensory needs
* Calm and consistent approach
* Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to apply
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 an enhanced DBS on the update service.