Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Mentor

Coleg Cambria; Northop; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent Pension Scheme

Generous Annual Leave Entitlement

On site nursery

Discount gym membership

Professional development

Discounted parking

Cycle scheme

Restaurant discounts

Welsh language training

Job summary

Coleg Cambria seeks an Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Mentor for the Inclusion team. The role involves cross-campus travel to Deeside and Yale sites to support autistic students and help them overcome barriers to success.

Responsibilities include facilitating transitions, reducing anxiety, and delivering targeted interventions. Welsh language skills are desirable; DBS checks and safeguarding are required.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting autistic students in an FE setting or similar.
• 1:1 and group support experience with learners with additional needs.
• Ability to work independently with learners with ASD.

Responsibilities

• Support transitions for learners with social communication difficulties and anxiety.
• Improve experiences for students with social anxiety.
• Provide practical ASD support in classroom and at breaks/lunchtimes.
• Collaborate with Inclusion team and teaching staff.
• Deliver targeted interventions to build confidence and engagement.

Skills

ASD support experience (FE or similar)

1:1 and group support

Independent working with learners with

Confidence in working independently

Education

Level 2 English

Level 2 Maths

Level 2 Digital Literacy

Job description

Location

Coleg Cambria

Application Deadline

Wednesday, October 28, 2026

Scale Point From

£27,120

Scale Point To

£27,500

Job Profile

Coleg Cambria: An Introduction

At Coleg Cambria, our aim is to be an exceptional institute of education.

We provide a warm welcome to all students and staff to make Coleg Cambria a place you want to be a part of. To ensure our students get the best experience and results they can, we make sure the people employed with us are happy. We nurture a positive work environment, a constantly expanding and improving workforce, and offer the opportunity to challenge yourself. On top of all that we have a wide range of benefits to make sure our employees feel valued, including generous annual leave, a great pension package, discount membership to our on-site gyms, salons, and professional training restaurants.

Our 5 Campuses situated in the stunning North Wales area are constantly expanding and evolving. With strong relationships with multiple companies in the area we help give our students the best start to their careers and help the local economy thrive. Wales has a strong and proud culture we continue to grow these important values by being committed to raising the Welsh language profile. We are very proud of what we have built here and we are now looking for someone to enhance our already exceptional workforce.

Job Summary

Exceeding expectations through education, innovation and inspiration...

Role Title

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Mentor

Location

Northop (with travel to other sites)

Contract Type

Permanent: Full time

Salary

£27,120 - £27,500

We currently have a vacancy for an Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Mentor to work in our dynamic Inclusion team. This role involves traveling to our Deeside and Yale sites to provide cross-campus support when required.

The ASD mentor provides a complementary service to existing support within the College, addressing the needs of autistic students who need help to overcome barriers in order to achieve their full potential.

What you will do

• Support effective transitions for learners with social communication difficulties and experiencing extreme anxiety.
• Improve the college experience of those who experience social anxiety.
• Provide support for students with ASD and social communication difficulties with the practical impact of their autism on their academic experience in the classroom and/or during break and lunchtimes
• Work closely and communicate effectively with the College's Inclusion team to support liaison with teaching staff and college services
• Deliver focused interventions to build confidence and motivate students to engage in their timetabled sessions and undertake the independent study required to complete their course.

Must haves

• Educated to Level 2 or equivalent standard in English and Maths or above
• Currently holds a Level 2 Digital Literacy or is willing to work towards
• Professional experience of supporting people with autistic spectrum disorders in an FE Setting or similar
• Experience of providing 1:1 and group support to learners with additional support needs in an educational setting or related environment
• Confidence in working independently with learners with ASD

Welsh skills are desirable for this specific post. We are seeking candidates who can help us grow our bilingual provision and service.

Coleg Cambria aims to actively promote and embed the Welsh language and culture. We are committed to providing opportunities and support for our colleagues to develop their Welsh language skills in both formal and informal settings. This includes access to tailored Welsh language training plans as well as incentive payments for bilingual delivery and services.

We highly encourage applications in Welsh. An application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.

Coleg Cambria is a 'Disability Confident' Employer.

We are building a college that reflects the vibrant, diverse community we serve. We warmly welcome and encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, particularly those from underrepresented groups.

Coleg Cambria is committed to safeguarding all learners, and we expect every member of staff to share this commitment.

This role is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order and is classed as regulated activity. It therefore requires an Enhanced DBS with Barred List check, and applicants must disclose all cautions and convictions, including spent ones. It is an offence to apply if you are barred from working with children. Disclosure will not automatically prevent employment; a risk assessment will be carried out however we may deem some convictions / cautions as unsuitable to work with children.

Depending on the position, successful candidates may also need to register with the Education Workforce Council.

Roles are normally advertised with a salary range. If you are offered a role at the college, relevant experience will be taken into consideration to determine your starting salary.

Benefits

• Excellent Pension Scheme(s)
• Generous Annual Leave Entitlement
• On site nursery provision at our Deeside site
• Discounts on a Range Of College Evening Courses
• Access to A Wide Range of E-Learning and Professional Development
• Discounted Gym Membership
• Excellent Sports and Fitness Facilities
• Free Parking on All Sites
• Cycle Scheme
• Discounted Rates for Hairdressing and Beauty Treatments
• Discounted Rates for Restaurants
• Enhanced maternity, adoption and paternity leave