Autism Learning Support Assistant

Aspire People; Stockport; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Progressive Trust

Job summary

Aspire People are seeking a dedicated helper to support children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities in a school setting in Stockport. You will assist with emotional and sensory regulation and help implement learning activities tailored to each pupil's needs.

The role is full-time, term-time only, with an initial placement through Aspire People for 12 weeks before moving to a school contract. Teamwork and resilience are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with SEND and challenging behaviours.
• Ability to support emotional and sensory regulation in pupils.
• A proactive, patient and resilient approach.

Responsibilities

• Support children with emotional and sensory regulation needs.
• Work with pupils who exhibit challenging behaviours and develop strategies to support their development.
• Assist in creating and implementing learning activities and strategies.
• Provide consistent and empathetic support to students, ensuring their safety and well-being.
• Work closely with class teachers, SENCOs, and other professionals to meet individual learning needs.

Skills

SEND experience

Behaviour management

Emotional regulation

Teamwork

Flexible

Education

Psychology degree preferred

Job description

Are you a passionate, resilient individual with a strong commitment to supporting children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)? Do you have experience working with challenging behaviours and a genuine desire to make a difference? If you are dedicated to helping pupils achieve their true potential, we want to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities

• Support children with emotional and sensory regulation needs.
• Work with pupils who exhibit challenging behaviours and help develop strategies to support their development.
• Assist in creating and implementing learning activities and strategies.
• Provide consistent and empathetic support to students, ensuring their safety and well-being.
• Work closely with class teachers, SENCOs, and other professionals to ensure individual learning needs are met.

The Ideal Candidate Will

• Be passionate about SEND and committed to helping pupils reach their full potential.
• Have experience working with children, ideally in a similar role or setting (psychology graduates highly encouraged to apply).
• Possess resilience, patience, and a proactive attitude.
• Be able to support with emotional and sensory regulation.
• Have a flexible approach and strong teamwork skills.
• Be able to work Monday to Friday, 08:30-15:30, term-time only.

The Role

Full-time, term-time only position. Initially employed through Aspire People for the first 12 weeks, after which you will transition to a school contract.

Benefits and Working Conditions

• Competitive pay
• Supportive working environment which is part of a progressive Trust