At a Glance
- Tasks: Support children with Autism in their school journey, ensuring they feel safe and ready to learn.
- Company: Join a dedicated team in local specialist schools focused on neurodiversity.
- Benefits: Weekly pay, competitive rates, and valuable experience for future careers in psychology or teaching.
- Other info: Opportunity for personal growth and career advancement in a supportive community.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives while developing your skills in a rewarding environment.
- Qualifications: Experience with Autism or knowledge of relevant principles is a plus; patience and empathy are essential.
The predicted salary is between 21645 - 26455 £ per year.
Are you a patient, perceptive individual with a passion for neurodiversity? Join our specialist network as an Autism Support Assistant and help children with ASC navigate their school day with confidence, comfort, and success.
Unlocking Potential: Support Beyond the Standard Classroom
We are seeking dedicated ASC Specialists to work within local Special Schools and Resource Provisions. This role is for those who understand that for a student with Autism, a "breakthrough" might be a successful transition between lessons, a new word, or a calm afternoon in a sensory room.
Sensory-First Approach: Help manage the environment to reduce sensory overload, ensuring students feel safe and ready to learn. Gain or use experience with PECS, Makaton, and Visual Timetables to facilitate meaningful interaction. Build a CV that is highly attractive for future roles in Clinical Psychology, SEN Teaching, or Occupational Therapy.
Your Role as an ASC Champion
As an Autism Support Assistant, you are the student's guide to the social and academic world, providing the scaffolding they need to thrive. Use visual schedules and "now and next" boards to reduce anxiety and help students manage transitions between activities.
Supportive Interventions: Work 1:1 to deliver personalised learning tasks that align with the student's specific interests and EHCP (Education, Health and Care Plan) goals.
Managing "Meltdowns" with Empathy: Recognise the early signs of sensory or emotional deregulation and implement calming strategies or "masking" breaks before a crisis occurs.
Social Coaching: Facilitate structured play or social interactions, helping students develop the tools they need to build friendships and work alongside peers.
We value a calm energy and a deep respect for neurodivergent ways of thinking. You are an ideal fit if you:
- Are Naturally Observant: You can spot the small changes in a student's body language that signal they need a break or a change in activity.
- Have Relevant Experience: Experience with Autism (either professionally or personally), or knowledge of TEACCH or ABA principles, is a significant advantage.
- Are Resilient & Kind: You understand that "challenging" moments are a result of communication barriers or sensory distress, and you respond with patience, not frustration.
You hold an enhanced DBS on the update service (or are willing to apply) and are 100% dedicated to Safeguarding.
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