Autism Support Assistant

TN United Kingdom; Westbury; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading specialist school near Melksham is seeking a motivated graduate for a full-time role as an Autism Support Assistant. This role involves supporting pupils with Autism, creating an inclusive environment, and working with a multidisciplinary team. Ideal for those interested in psychology and child development.

Qualifications

• Support pupils with Autism in and outside the classroom.
• Help deliver interventions focused on emotional regulation.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and group support alongside teachers and therapists.
• Engage students through creative methods like music and art.

Skills

Creativity

Versatility

Proactivity

Education

Graduate Degree

Job description

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Are you a recent Graduate? Are you looking to build your experience supporting vulnerable or neurodiverse children? Are you friendly and creative?

Autism Support Assistant

A specialist school, located near Melksham, are looking for a motivated graduate to join their team full-time as an Autism Support Assistant. You will play a pivotal role in supporting pupils with a primary diagnosis of Autism, helping to create a nurturing and inclusive environment where every student can thrive. This is a fantastic platform if you are looking to build a career in psychology, neurodiversity and mental health.

As an Autism Support Assistant, you will provide support for pupils on the autistic spectrum, both in and outside the classroom. You will provide both 1:1 and wider group support, alongside teachers, therapists, psychologists and other specialist support staff. You will also help deliver specialist interventions, focused around emotional regulation and promoting self-expression.

The school uses creative methods to engage the students so expect lessons in music, cooking, drama, dance and art! Sensory learning and restorative practices are also key parts of the curriculum – as an Autism Support Assistant, you will help support with this, as well as rolling out other therapeutic techniques, often used in child psychology.

While working as an Autism Support Assistant, you will be proactive, versatile and confident, while making the best choices to support the students. This is an exciting opportunity if you are interested in Psychology, Behaviour Therapy or Occupational Therapy. Not only will you gain invaluable experience working with children with autism, learning difficulties and communication needs, you will also work alongside a multidisciplinary team of qualified therapists and SEN specialists.

Key Information

*Autism Support Assistant
*Graduate Opportunity
*Full Time, Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 3:30pm
*£85 to £95 per day
*Melksham