Autism Communication & Support Specialist

Witchford Village College; Ely; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Witchford Village College is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to support students, including those with Autism and SLCN. The role emphasizes calm communication, use of visual supports and AAC, and adapting methods to promote independence.

You will work with teachers, therapists, families and external professionals to deliver consistent, person-centred support and help students progress socially, emotionally and academically.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting students with Autism and SLCN.
• Ability to use visual supports and structured teaching approaches.
• Good literacy, numeracy and ICT skills.
• Commitment to improving outcomes for autistic students.

Responsibilities

• Provide calm, empathetic support and understand behaviour as communication.
• Support students with Autism using visual supports and AAC strategies.
• Adapt communication to individual needs and promote independence.
• Collaborate with teachers, therapists, families and external professionals.

Skills

Calm communication

Autism support

AAC strategies

Adapt communication

Team collaboration

ICT skills

Education

Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent)

Job description

Witchford Village College is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to support students, including those with Autism and SLCN. The role emphasizes calm communication, use of visual supports and AAC, and adapting methods to promote independence.

You will work with teachers, therapists, families and external professionals to deliver consistent, person-centred support and help students progress socially, emotionally and academically.