ASD TA

Senploy; Lewisham; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Senploy in Lewisham is seeking an experienced Autism Support Worker to join a special school full-time. You will provide 1:1 and small group support to pupils with autism and associated needs, working with the class teacher to create engaging, inclusive lessons.

Applicants with a relevant degree (Psychology, Criminology or Sociology) or prior autism experience are welcome. A compassionate, flexible approach and empathy are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• Experience working with autism is beneficial.
• Recent graduates with relevant degrees are welcome.
• Empathy, flexibility, and patience are essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 support during lessons.
• Work alongside the class teacher to support pupils.
• Help manage challenging behaviour and keep pupils engaged.
• Foster a safe, inclusive, and engaging classroom environment.

Skills

Empathy

Flexibility

Strong communication skills

Education

Relevant degree in Psychology, Criminology or Sociology

Job description

Are you an experienced support worker seeking a role in education? Are you passionate about supporting children and young people with Autism?

A friendly and unique Special School in Lewisham are seeking an Autism Support Worker to join their team full-time as soon as possible. The school caters for children and young people with Autism as their primary needs. There are also pupils with Learning Difficulties, Speech and Language Needs and ADHD. This is therefore the perfect opportunity for an experienced Support Worker or recent Graduate to further their experience with SEND.

As an Autism Support Worker, you will work alongside the class teacher and provide 1-2-1 support during the lessons. You will build a strong relationship with all pupils, and learn to cater for each of their social and emotional needs. You will help manage any challenging behaviour that may arise, and also ensure each pupil is engaged and focused in class. Above all else, you will help make the classroom and a fun and exciting environment.

The school are looking for an enthusiastic and bubbly Autism Support Worker who has a passion for supporting vulnerable young people. A recent graduate would be perfect for this role, with a relevant degree in Psychology, Criminology or Sociology. Any experience working with Autism would be beneficial, this could be professional or personal experience. Empathy and flexibility are also important skills!

The school day runs from 8:30am to 3:30pm, and the school are looking for an Autism Support Worker who can work full time, Monday to Friday.

• Autism Support Worker
• ASAP Start
• Specialist School