Autism Support Worker

New Directions
📍 Sefton, Merseyside, United Kingdom 💼 Full-time 🕒 Posted June 08, 2026

Job Description

An outstanding primary school in Sefton is seeking to appoint a skilled and dedicated Autism Support Assistant to work across the whole school. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced and proactive individual to deliver targeted interventions and provide high-quality support to pupils with autism and associated needs.

The Role

• Deliver targeted interventions to pupils with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) across EYFS, KS1, and KS2
• Provide 1:1 support tailored to individual EHCP targets and learning needs
• Work with small groups to develop communication, social skills, and emotional regulation
• Support pupils with SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health) needs
• Implement structured intervention programmes and track pupil progress
• Promote and maintain outstanding behaviour through consistent application of the school’s behaviour policy
• Work closely with class teachers, SENCO, and wider staff to ensure a cohesive approach to support

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Job Details

  • Location Sefton, Merseyside
  • Job Type Full-time
  • Category educational-instruction-and-library
  • Posted Date June 08, 2026
  • Application Deadline July 18, 2026