ASD Support Assistant

ASD Support Assistant

Location:

Oxford.

Start Date:

ASAP. Pay Scale: £89.00 - £100.00 per day.

Are you passionate about supporting children with mental health needs? Are you looking to make a meaningful difference within a primary school setting?

A welcoming and inclusive mainstream primary school in Oxford is seeking an ASD Support Assistant to join their team. This role is available for an immediate start, with a confirmed September 2026 start for the new academic year.

You will support pupils with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and associated mental health needs, delivering 1:1 and small group interventions. Working closely with the class teacher and SENCO, you will help adapt the National Curriculum to meet individual learning needs and support pupils’ academic, social, and emotional development.

• Has experience working with children (school experience desirable)
• Has a strong interest in ASD and mental health support
• Is patient, resilient, and nurturing
• Can commit to a full‑time role

• ASD / Mental Health Support focus
• Full-time
• 1:1 and small group support
• £89.00 - £100.00 per day
• September 2026 start
• Mainstream primary school setting

This is an excellent opportunity for a Teaching Assistant looking to gain specialist experience in ASD and mental health support within a supportive school in Oxford.

To apply, please upload your updated CV to this advert or email

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