1:1 School-Based Care Assistant for Autism & SEMH

Academics; Bletchley; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Academics in Bletchley is seeking a School-Based Care Assistant to support children with autism and SEMH needs in a specialist educational setting. The role is full-time, temporary with potential for ongoing work, starting immediately, in Bletchley.

Pay is £16.00 per hour. Candidates should have right to work in the UK; sponsorship cannot be offered. Experience in care or education is desirable, with a patient, proactive and resilient approach encouraged.

Qualifications

• Right to work in the UK; sponsorship cannot be offered.
• Previous experience in care, support work, youth work or education is desirable.
• An understanding of autism, SEMH or behaviours that challenge is beneficial.
• Comfortable providing personal care where required.
• A patient, proactive and resilient approach.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with autism and SEMH needs.
• Assist with personal care where required.
• Support emotional regulation and positive behaviour.
• Follow individual care and support plans.
• Encourage independence and participation in school activities.
• Build positive relationships while maintaining consistent boundaries.
• Work alongside teachers and other professionals to support pupils' wellbeing.

Job description

Academics in Bletchley is seeking a School-Based Care Assistant to support children with autism and SEMH needs in a specialist educational setting. The role is full-time, temporary with potential for ongoing work, starting immediately, in Bletchley.

Pay is £16.00 per hour. Candidates should have right to work in the UK; sponsorship cannot be offered. Experience in care or education is desirable, with a patient, proactive and resilient approach encouraged.