Autism Inclusion: Part-Time Communication Support

Staffordshire County Council; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

Staffordshire County Council is seeking a part-time Communication Support Worker for The Orme Academy's Autism Inclusion Team. You will work 26 hours across four days (Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri) 8:20am–3:20pm, starting 2 November 2026, to support autistic pupils in accessing learning and school life.

You will collaborate with teachers and other support workers to create an autism-friendly environment, promoting inclusion, independence and positive relationships across the school community.

Qualifications

• Experience of working with autistic young people in an educational setting.
• A commitment to supporting inclusion and positive outcomes for autistic students.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• GCSE Grade 4 (or equivalent) in English and Maths.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct support to Autistic young people within the Resource Base, helping them to access learning, engage positively in school life and achieve their individual potential.
• Support Autistic young people in mainstream lessons and during transitions throughout the school day, promoting independence, confidence and successful participation in all aspects of school life.
• Help develop and maintain an autism-friendly Resource Base, creating a welcoming, inclusive and supportive environment that meets the diverse needs of Autistic young people.
• Work collaboratively with school staff to promote understanding of autism and inclusive practice, sharing strategies, modelling effective approaches and supporting colleagues to meet the needs of Autistic young people across the school.
• Promote the social, emotional and personal development of Autistic young people, supporting communication, wellbeing, self-advocacy and positive relationships with peers and staff.
• Work in partnership with families and professionals to ensure a consistent, person-centred approach that enables Autistic young people to thrive both academically and socially.

Education

GCSE English and Maths

Job description

Staffordshire County Council is seeking a part-time Communication Support Worker for The Orme Academy's Autism Inclusion Team. You will work 26 hours across four days (Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri) 8:20am–3:20pm, starting 2 November 2026, to support autistic pupils in accessing learning and school life.

You will collaborate with teachers and other support workers to create an autism-friendly environment, promoting inclusion, independence and positive relationships across the school community.