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Autism Support Worker

£95 - £100 per day
Temporary

Autism Support Worker - Primary SEN School - Lewisham

A warm, nurturing primary SEN school in Lewisham is seeking a dedicated Autism Support Worker to support young learners in a structured and supportive environment.

Location: Lewisham
Pay: £95-£100 per day
Contract: Full-time, September start

Why Join This School?

  • Friendly, child-centred primary setting designed for young learners
  • Small class sizes to support individual development
  • Supportive and collaborative staff team
  • Experienced teachers and SEN specialists in every classroom
  • Excellent transport links across Lewisham
  • Competitive Inner London daily rates

The Role

As an Autism Support Worker, you'll work closely with primary-aged pupils (typically 4-11 years old) with autism and additional needs. You'll help create a safe, engaging, and structured environment where children can build confidence, develop key skills, and enjoy learning.

Your responsibilities will include:

  • Providing 1:1 and small group support tailored to each child
  • Delivering fun, engaging, and age-appropriate learning activities
  • Supporting communication, social interaction, and emotional regulation
  • Encouraging independence and early life skills development
  • Helping maintain a positive, consistent, and nurturing classroom environment

Who We're Looking for someone who:

  • Has experience with, or a strong interest in, supporting children with autism
  • Is patient, caring, and enthusiastic about working with young children
  • Can build strong, trusting relationships with primary-aged pupils
  • Works well both independently and as part of a team
  • Is passionate about supporting children with special educational needs

About the School

This welcoming primary SEN school in Lewisham supports children with a range of complex needs. The school focuses on early development, communication, and emotional well-being, helping pupils build strong foundations for future learning. Staff work closely together in a collaborative, supportive environment with a strong emphasis on professional development.

Requirements

  • Experience as an Autism Support Worker, Teaching Assistant, or similar (preferred)
  • A genuine passion for working with primary-aged children with SEN
  • A valid DBS on the update service, or willingness to obtain one

Reeson Education:

Reeson Education is England's Premier Recruitment Agency. Established in 2006 by experienced teachers, education professionals and recruitment specialists, we have built our business and reputation on the cores values of honesty, integrity and excellence.

We care about education and the provision of education and have established an excellent reputation with schools and teachers alike.

At Reeson Education we work closely with a large network of Nurseries, Primary Schools, Secondary Schools and Colleges across England. Our client base provides us with an abundance of available daily supply, long term and permanent opportunities across all age groups in all areas of London.

Reeson Education is an Equal Opportunities employer and is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding and the promotion of the welfare of children, young people and adults and expects all staff to share this commitment.

Please note, where a salary or daily rate range is stated, the higher rate applies to candidates who meet the enhanced experience, training or qualification requirements specified within the advert. All daily/hourly rates quoted are inclusive of holiday pay at 12.07%

Vacancy posted 3 days ago
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