Autism & Speech-Language Support Assistant (1-Year)

Elvetham Heath Primary School; East Hagbourne; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Elvetham Heath Primary School is seeking 1-year fixed-term Learning Support Assistants to join a warm and supportive team. These roles provide dedicated 1:1 support for pupils with autism and speech, language and communication needs, helping learning, communication, independence and emotional wellbeing throughout the school day.

The successful candidates will be patient, nurturing and able to build positive relationships with children and their families, work closely with teachers, the SEND team

Qualifications

• Experience of supporting children with autism and speech and language needs.
• Ability to build positive relationships with children and families.
• Patient, empathetic, and calm, with a flexible, proactive approach.
• Experience in a school setting is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide dedicated 1:1 support for pupils with autism and communication needs.
• Support learning, communication, independence and emotional wellbeing during the school day.
• Work closely with teaching staff, the SEND team and external professionals.
• Be flexible, adaptable and show initiative.

Skills

Autism support experience

1:1 pupil support

Patience and empathy

Team collaboration

Job description

Elvetham Heath Primary School is seeking 1-year fixed-term Learning Support Assistants to join a warm and supportive team. These roles provide dedicated 1:1 support for pupils with autism and speech, language and communication needs, helping learning, communication, independence and emotional wellbeing throughout the school day.

The successful candidates will be patient, nurturing and able to build positive relationships with children and their families, work closely with teachers, the SEND team