Autism Support Worker
Location: Darlington
Contract: Term-time only
Hours: 08:30 – 15:30, Monday – Friday
Start: September start available

Are you dedicated to supporting children with additional needs? Looking for an opportunity to make a meaningful impact within a specialist setting? Milk Education is working in partnership with a SEND provision to recruit an Autism Support Worker to join their committed team.

About the school…
This SEND school supports pupils aged 2 to 19, many of whom have complex and multiple learning difficulties, as well as speech, language and communication needs, alongside physical or sensory challenges.

The school is focused on breaking down barriers to learning through:

• High-quality specialist teaching supported by a well-equipped curriculum
• Strong collaboration with external professionals and close partnerships with parents/carers
• A strong emphasis on communication, where staff build supportive relationships to help pupils express their thoughts, feelings, and ideas confidently

Working here means becoming part of a supportive community where every child is valued, and staff play a key role in each learner’s development.

Role: Autism Support Worker

In this position, you will work closely with the Class Teacher and wider staff team to support pupils’ education, wellbeing, and everyday care needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Adhere to all school policies and procedures
• Provide support with feeding, personal care, and hygiene when required
• Assist in lesson delivery by adapting activities, encouraging engagement, and supporting learning
• Help manage behaviour in line with the school’s strategies
• Develop positive, trusting relationships with pupils to support communication and confidence
• Observe, track, and report on pupil progress, behaviour, and well-being

Essential Criteria (Non-Negotiables)

• Recent experience supporting children or adults with learning disabilities in care or educational settings
• Willingness to provide personal care (including feeding and hygiene support)
• Ability to stay calm, patient, and consistent in challenging situations
• Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively within a team
• A compassionate, adaptable, and resilient approach

Why work with Milk Education

• Support in securing a permanent role if desired
• Access to free lesson planning resources
• 24/7 support from a dedicated consultant
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
• A purpose-driven, environmentally conscious agency focused on creating positive experiences for staff and schools

If you’re ready to have a real impact in a specialist setting and join a team that values every child’s voice, we’d love to hear from you.

Contact me directly for more information: 

anna.wilson@milk-education.co.uk

01642983001