Autism Teaching Assistant
Location: Tadcaster
Salary: £88 – £110 per day
Contract: Full-Time
Start Date: 6 January 2026
GSL Education are seeking a Key Stage 4 Autism Teaching Assistant to support older learners in an Alternative Provision near Tadcaster. This role focuses on preparing pupils for adulthood, further education and vocational pathways.
About the School
The setting provides personalised KS4 programmes including GCSEs, Functional Skills and life-skills learning. Pupils benefit from consistent routines, emotional support and strong adult relationships.
Responsibilities
* Support autistic pupils across KS4 lessons and activities
* Assist with emotional regulation and transition planning
* Encourage independence and engagement
* Support vocational and functional learning
Requirements
* Experience working with autistic adolescents
* Understanding of sensory needs and behaviour regulation
* Ability to follow personalised learning plans
* Reliable, patient and resilient approach
* Enhanced DBS required
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.
GSL Education is an ethical, independent recruitment agency which aims to provide quality teaching and support staff in schools throughout East and North Yorkshire.
If you would like to apply for the position of Key Stage 4 Autism Teaching Assistant, please call Kerry Fowler at GSL Education and submit your up-to-date CV via the application link. Alternatively, please visit the GSL Education official website to apply online.