Autism Specialist Support Assistant - Maidenhead

Academics; Thatcham; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

Academics in Maidenhead is seeking an Autism Specialist Support Assistant to support children with complex autism and learning disabilities. This full-time, long-term role runs Monday to Friday, 8.30am–3.45pm, with an ASAP start. Candidates with experience in SEN settings are encouraged to apply.

You will work closely with on-site therapists and psychologists, shadowing sessions to gain practical SEN experience and develop your educational/therapeutic skills in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or adults with Special Needs would be beneficial.
• A caring, patient approach is essential for supporting learners with autism.

Responsibilities

• Support children with autism and learning disabilities in classroom activities.
• Work alongside therapists and psychologists on-site at the school.
• Shadow sessions and learn from experienced staff to develop practical SEN skills.

Skills

Caring

Empathetic

Engaging

SEN support

Job description

Autism Specialist Support Assistant - Maidenhead

Specialist School for children aged 5 to 16 with Autism

ASAP start 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 are looking for a caring, personable individual to work as a Autism Specialist Support Assistant to support children with complex Autism and Learning Disabilities. The Autistic Specialist School is in Maidenhead and this is a full-time long-term opportunity. The SEN children are aged between 5 and 16 and will benefit from caring, empathetic and engaging individuals who are passionate about supporting more vulnerable members within our community. The school employs a therapeutic approach, meaning the children engage in many activities outside of traditional lessons. Experience working with children or adults with Special Needs would be beneficial for this role!

This is a fantastic opportunity for any passionate individual to work alongside the therapists and psychologists based on-site at school. You will be mentored and have the opportunity to shadow sessions and learn from them. Plus you will gain invaluable experience working with Special Needs and Mental Health issues. This is a great opportunity for an aspiring educational or occupational psychologist, therapeutic support worker or SEN teacher.

The school are looking for an Autism Specialist Support Assistant who can bring enthusiasm, passion and experience to the classroom. They are looking for an Autism Specialist Support Assistant who will be proactive and adaptable and be able to use their own initiative. This is a fantastic opportunity for any aspiring teachers, educational/occupational/clinical psychologists or therapists.

• Autism Specialist Support Assistant
• ASAP Start
• Maidenhead
• 90- 110 per day
• Full-time Mon-Fri 8.30am to 3.45pm

Autism Specialist Support Assistant - Maidenhead - ASAP Start

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy.