Autism and Behaviour Support Assistant – Permanent
Location: Crawley, West Sussex
Contract: Full-time, Permanent, Term-time only
Start Date: ASAP / By agreement
We are working in partnership with a specialist secondary education provider to recruit a Autism and Behaviour Support Assistant (Progress Partner) for a full-time, permanent role based in Crawley.
This is a rewarding opportunity for an enthusiastic, resilient and compassionate individual who is passionate about supporting pupils with Special Educational Needs, including ASD and associated behavioural needs. The role suits someone who is motivated to make a tangible, long-term difference to young people during a critical stage of their development.
The Role
As a Autism and Behaviour Support Assistant , you will work closely with teaching and pastoral teams to support pupils 1:1 and in small groups, helping them to overcome barriers to learning, regulate emotions and engage positively with school life.
The school delivers a holistic, three‑tier curriculum that balances academic progress with personal, social and health development, supporting pupils to build confidence, independence and life skills for the future.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide behavioural, emotional and learning support to secondary‑aged pupils with SEN
- Deliver targeted support 1:1 and in small group settings
- Support pupils with emotional regulation, resilience and positive behaviour
- Assist with the planning and delivery of learning activities under teacher guidance
- Contribute to individual behaviour support and intervention plans
- Promote independence, self‑esteem and engagement with learning
- Monitor pupil progress, behaviour and wellbeing, feeding back to teaching staff
- Build positive, professional relationships with pupils, staff, parents/carers and external professionals
- Contribute to a safe, structured and inclusive learning environment
- Uphold safeguarding, equality and inclusive practice at all times
About You
We’re looking for someone who:
- Has at least 1 year experience working within a SEN school setting.
- Is calm, patient and resilient, with an understanding of adolescent behaviour
- Is passionate about inclusive education and SEND support
- Can build respectful, trusting relationships with young people
- Is adaptable and confident supporting pupils with complex needs
- Works effectively as part of a team
- Has experience working with secondary‑aged children or young people (desirable, not essential)
- Is willing to undertake ongoing training, including positive handling if required
Hours
- Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday: 8:30am – 4:00pm
- Tuesday: 8:30am – 5:00pm
- 38.5 hours per week
- Full-time, term-time only (38 weeks per year)
- This schedule provides 14 weeks of school holidays each year
What’s on Offer
- Permanent, term-time only position
- Full independent school holiday entitlement
- Competitive salary and pension scheme
- Ongoing professional development and specialist training
- Occupational health membership
- Supportive leadership and a strong team ethos
- The opportunity to make a meaningful impact on young people’s lives
New Road Education - Your journey starts here!
New Road Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants. This advert is for a temporary position, In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date. If you are shortlisted, we will contact you about this and similar opportunities in the future. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, and this should be registered with the Update Service. Full application assistance provided if necessary.
Job Type: Permanent
Pay: £20,496.00-£23,703.00 per year
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: NRELC
