Autism Specialist Support Assistant - Maidenhead

Academics; Maidenhead; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading specialist school in Maidenhead seeks an Autism Specialist Support Assistant to support children aged 5 to 16 with Autism and Learning Disabilities. The role involves direct support alongside therapists, offering valuable experience in Special Needs and Mental Health, ideal for aspiring professionals in these fields.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or adults with Special Needs is beneficial.
• Ideal for aspiring educational or occupational psychologists.
• Experience in therapeutic support or education valued.

Responsibilities

• Support children with complex Autism and Learning Disabilities.
• Engage children in activities beyond traditional lessons.
• Work with therapists and psychologists for mentoring and shadowing.

Skills

Enthusiasm

Proactivity

Adaptability

Initiative

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Posted:

25.06.2025

Expiry Date:

09.08.2025

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Job Description:

Autism Specialist Support Assistant – Maidenhead

Specialist School for children aged 5 to 16 with Autism

Start Date: ASAP – Long-term position

Are you interested in supporting children with Special Needs?

Would you like to build your experience working with Complex Learning Disabilities?

One of the top specialist schools in Maidenhead for students with SEN is looking for a caring, personable individual to work as an Autism Specialist Support Assistant supporting children with complex Autism and Learning Disabilities. The school employs a therapeutic approach, engaging children in activities beyond traditional lessons. Experience working with children or adults with Special Needs would be beneficial.

This role offers the chance to work alongside therapists and psychologists, with mentoring, shadowing opportunities, and valuable experience in Special Needs and Mental Health issues. It is ideal for aspiring educational or occupational psychologists, therapeutic support workers, or SEN teachers.

The school seeks an Autism Support Assistant who is enthusiastic, passionate, proactive, adaptable, and able to use their initiative. This is a great opportunity for aspiring teachers, psychologists, or therapists in the field of Special Needs.