Autism Learning Assistant Level 3+ (Specialist Provision)

St Helens Council; St Helens; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Rectory Primary School is seeking a Learning Assistant Level 3+ SEN to join our Orchard Specialist Provision. You will work with a friendly team to support pupils with autism, develop their speech and language skills, and contribute to EHCP-led learning journeys.

We offer training in specialist interventions and ongoing professional development, with opportunities to work across four specialist classrooms and alongside therapists and teachers in a warm, inclusive setting.

Qualifications

• Experience or enthusiasm to develop expertise in specialist interventions; full training provided.
• Passionate about supporting children with autism.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Support children with autism to develop speech, language, and communication skills.
• Deliver planned interventions and support EHCP outcomes.
• Provide class cover when required under teacher direction.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists, families, and other professionals.

Skills

Autism support

Speech & language support

EHCP knowledge

Team player

Flexible

Tools

Attention Autism

Makaton

Communication boards

Intensive Interaction

Job description

Rectory Primary School is seeking a Learning Assistant Level 3+ SEN to join our Orchard Specialist Provision. You will work with a friendly team to support pupils with autism, develop their speech and language skills, and contribute to EHCP-led learning journeys.

We offer training in specialist interventions and ongoing professional development, with opportunities to work across four specialist classrooms and alongside therapists and teachers in a warm, inclusive setting.