Autism Pathways Navigator (Hybrid)

The Methodist Church in Britain; Taunton; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Local Government Pension Scheme

Hybrid working

Health and wellbeing support

Volunteer opportunities

Job summary

The Transition Worker role at The Methodist Church in Britain supports children from birth to seven on autism and neurodiversity pathways. The role focuses on personalised support plans, practical guidance for families, and contributing to Team Around the Child meetings.

Hybrid working is available where service needs allow, over 32 hours a week; sponsorship is not available, so applicants must already have the right to work in the UK.

Qualifications

• Understanding autism and neurodiversity and how to support families
• Ability to build trusted relationships with children, young people and their families
• Knowledge of safeguarding and promoting welfare
• Excellent verbal and written communication to ensure children's voices are heard
• Experience coordinating with professionals and services
• Ability to manage a caseload and work independently

Responsibilities

• Build trusted relationships with children and young people on autism pathways
• Provide practical advice, strategies and one-to-one support to parents and carers
• Develop tailored support plans and coordinate interventions
• Collaborate with schools, professionals and community partners
• Run inclusive activities and group programmes to build confidence
• Champion welfare and safeguarding and maintain accurate records
• Contribute to Team Around the Child meetings

Skills

Understanding of autism

Relationship building

Safeguarding knowledge

Communication skills

Caseload management

Independent working

Record keeping & IT

Education

Relevant qualification in education, family support, social care, youth work or related field

Job description

The Transition Worker role at The Methodist Church in Britain supports children from birth to seven on autism and neurodiversity pathways. The role focuses on personalised support plans, practical guidance for families, and contributing to Team Around the Child meetings.

Hybrid working is available where service needs allow, over 32 hours a week; sponsorship is not available, so applicants must already have the right to work in the UK.