Autism Support Worker, Bradford

Job description

Autism Support Worker / SEN Teaching Assistant – Autism Specialist School

Bradford (BD9)

Full-Time | Monday–Friday | Long-Term Role | Temp-to-Perm Opportunity | Immediate Start

Are you passionate about supporting children and young people with Autism?

Do you have experience in care, support work, SEN, youth work, residential care, mental health, or working with vulnerable individuals?

We are currently recruiting dedicated and resilient Autism Support Workers / SEN Teaching Assistants to join the team in Bradford, a highly respected specialist setting supporting pupils aged 3–19 with Autism, Communication & Interaction needs, and complex learning difficulties.

This is a rewarding full-time opportunity for someone who is calm under pressure, genuinely nurturing, and committed to helping every child thrive.

About the SchoolA well-established specialist provision in Bradford supporting children and young people with:

Autism

Complex communication needs

Sensory processing difficulties

Social, emotional, and behavioural needs

Learning difficulties and additional needs

The school provides a structured, safe, and highly supportive environment where pupils are encouraged to develop confidence, communication skills, independence, and emotional regulation.

You will be joining an experienced and welcoming staff team who are passionate about delivering meaningful support to every learner.

The Role – Autism Support Worker / SEN Teaching AssistantAs an Autism Support Worker, you will support pupils across different age groups and ability levels throughout the school.

No two days are the same. Some pupils may require active support with behaviour linked to sensory needs or communication difficulties, while others benefit from a calm, patient, and reassuring approach.

You will work closely with teachers, therapists, and support staff to help pupils access learning, regulate emotions, and build independence.

Key Responsibilities

Support children and young people with Autism and complex needs

Assist pupils inside and outside the classroom

Build positive, trusting relationships with students

Support communication, emotional regulation, and social interaction

Manage challenging behaviour using calm and consistent approaches

Provide personal care when required

Encourage engagement, independence, and confidence

Adapt support strategies to meet individual learning and sensory needs

Work collaboratively as part of a specialist SEN team

Ideal CandidateWe welcome applicants from a range of backgrounds, including:

SEN Teaching Assistant

Autism Support Worker

Care Worker

Residential Support Worker

Mental Health Support

Youth Worker

Behaviour Mentor

Nursery Practitioner

Support Worker

Healthcare Assistant

You may be a great fit if you have:

Experience supporting individuals with Autism or additional needs

Experience managing challenging behaviour positively and safely

A calm, patient, and nurturing personality

Strong communication and teamwork skills

Emotional resilience and reliability

A genuine passion for supporting children with SEN

Relevant personal or lived experience is also highly valued.

What We Offer

Full-time, long-term opportunity

Monday to Friday working hours

Temp-to-perm potential

Supportive and experienced school team

Valuable SEN and Autism experience

Opportunity to make a genuine difference every day

Immediate start available

Job Details

Role Type: Full-Time

Schedule: Monday–Friday

Start Date: Immediate start available

Contract: Long-term with temp-to-perm opportunity

Apply Now

If you are passionate about inclusive education and want to support children and young people with Autism in a specialist school setting, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today to discuss this Autism Support Worker / SEND Teaching Assistant opportunity in Bradford further.

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Bradford

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

26-05-2026

Profession type

Counselling and Social Services

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English