Autism Family Support Specialist – Education & Inclusion

Cheshire West and Chester; Winsford; Hybrid; GBP 20,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

Cheshire West and Chester Council is recruiting a Specialist Family Support Worker to assist families of autistic children and young people aged 2-19, and to coordinate with schools and partner agencies to promote inclusive educational experiences across the borough.

The role involves delivering specialist advice, signposting and practical support, delivering training, developing resources, and working with specialist teachers and multi-agency partners to ensure consistent, family-centred

Qualifications

• Experience of working with families within education or a related field.
• Level 3 qualification in Child Care or equivalent relevant experience.
• Experience of supporting autistic children, young people and their families.
• Excellent communication, partnership and relationship-building skills.
• Strong understanding of SEND, safeguarding, child development and inclusive practice.
• Organised, proactive and committed to improving outcomes for children and young people.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist advice, guidance and support to parents, carers and professionals.
• Promote inclusive practice and positive outcomes across educational settings.
• Support effective communication between home, school and wider services.
• Deliver training, workshops and information sessions.
• Develop resources and information packs to empower families.
• Signpost families to local services and community networks.
• Work with specialist teachers and multi-agency partners to coordinate support.
• Contribute to service development and improvements.

Skills

Experience with families in education

Experience with autistic children

Communication skills

SEND knowledge

Safeguarding

Organised

Proactive

Partnership building

Relationship-building

Education

Level 3 qualification in Child Care

Job description

Cheshire West and Chester Council is recruiting a Specialist Family Support Worker to assist families of autistic children and young people aged 2-19, and to coordinate with schools and partner agencies to promote inclusive educational experiences across the borough.

The role involves delivering specialist advice, signposting and practical support, delivering training, developing resources, and working with specialist teachers and multi-agency partners to ensure consistent, family-centred