Autism & Animal-Assisted Sessions Lead

Daisy Chain Project; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Daisy Chain Project is seeking an Autism Session Lead to plan and deliver tailored sessions across our Barn site and outreach locations. You will work 1:1 or in small groups with autistic and neurodivergent young people, coordinating with animal technicians for animal-assisted interventions.

The role requires weekend work (Sat or Sun) and at least one residential stay during holidays, with DBS clearance and safeguarding compliance as core requirements.

Qualifications

• Proven experience working with young people in formal or informal settings.
• Experience supporting autistic and/or neurodivergent individuals.
• Willingness to undertake Level 3 Autism qualification if not held.

Responsibilities

• Deliver personalised sessions promoting communication, social interaction, emotional regulation and independence.
• Plan and facilitate activities on sensory exploration, healthy living, emotional regulation, transitions, relationships, and autism understanding.
• Provide 1:1 or small group support in afterschool clubs, holiday sessions, weekends and residentials.
• Encourage participation in structured and informal educational, social and recreational activities across facilities.
• Maintain detailed records of sessions, progress and safeguarding per Daisy Chain procedures.

Skills

Clear communication

Session planning

Autism knowledge

Interpersonal skills

Record keeping

Teamwork

Safeguarding

Flexibility

Education

Level 3 childcare/education qualification

Tools

Animal care knowledge

Job description

Daisy Chain Project is seeking an Autism Session Lead to plan and deliver tailored sessions across our Barn site and outreach locations. You will work 1:1 or in small groups with autistic and neurodivergent young people, coordinating with animal technicians for animal-assisted interventions.

The role requires weekend work (Sat or Sun) and at least one residential stay during holidays, with DBS clearance and safeguarding compliance as core requirements.