Autism (ASD) Support Assistant - Swindon

TN United Kingdom; Swindon; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in education is seeking a dedicated Autism Support Assistant to join their team in Swindon. This full-time role offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on the lives of children with special educational needs. You will collaborate with a team of dedicated professionals, including teachers and therapists, to provide essential support to a child with Autism. The position promises personal growth and invaluable experience in the Special Needs sector, making it an ideal stepping stone for future careers in psychology, therapy, or education. If you are passionate about making a difference, this role is for you.

Benefits

On-site parking

Excellent transport links

Professional development training

Qualifications

• Experience working with children with Autism is highly desirable.
• Ability to collaborate with educational professionals and therapists.

Responsibilities

• Support children with educational barriers in a primary school setting.
• Work closely with teachers and SENCO to provide tailored support.

Skills

Experience with Autism

Empathy

Charisma

Collaboration with Therapists

Education

Relevant Degree in Psychology or Education

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Posted:

29.04.2025

Expiry Date:

13.06.2025

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Job Description:

Inclusive Mainstream Primary School

Are you passionate about significantly improving the life of a young learner with educational needs? Would you like to be the support that enables a child with educational barriers to overcome their obstacles? An exciting Autism Support Assistant role for future psychologists, therapists, counsellors and SENCOs has become available to provide invaluable experience for future careers.

A highly-regarded primary school in Swindon are searching for an Autism Support Assistant to be employed on an immediate and long-term basis. The ASD child has an EHCP with explicit targets and outcomes and will necessitate a dedicated and caring individual who will understand the specific needs of this child. The primary school are looking for an Autism Support Assistant who is charismatic, empathetic and demonstrates a genuine desire to make a positive impact to children with SEN. Previous experience with working with children with Autism is admirable for this Autism Support Assistant position.

This is a tremendous opportunity for obtaining experience within the Special Needs and Mental Health sector as you will have the chance in your role as an Autism Support Assistant to observe, work-alongside and collaborate with speech and language therapists, educational psychologists, occupational therapists and teachers with SEN specialisms.

* Autism (ASD) Support Assistant
* SEN Teaching Assistant
* Previous experience working with Special Needs desired
* ASAP Start
* Swindon
* Full-Time 8:30am – 3:30pm
* £80 - £95 per day

The primary school is graded ‘Good’ by OFSTED and has excellent transport links and has on-site parking. The successful Autism Support Assistant will need to be fully committed to the child on a long-term basis. The SEN Teaching Assistant will be working extremely closely with the class teacher and SENCO, therefore being provided with specialist and expert support and training that will be vital for your personal development.

To apply for this Autism Support Assistant position, please submit your CV to this advert.