Autism Support Assistant (1:1 & Small Groups)

Five Education Recruitment Limited; Wedmore; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free DBS ref under 20 days

Friend referral bonus

Mentoring support

Professional training

Job summary

Five Education Recruitment Limited is seeking a compassionate Learning Support Assistant to support pupils in Wedmore, focusing on children with autism. The role suits someone patient, understanding and confident in supporting pupils with additional needs in the classroom.

The successful candidate will work with teachers and support staff to enable engagement with activities and routines, promoting communication and positive behaviour while maintaining safeguarding standards.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with autism (professional or personal).
• Ability to adapt to individual needs and structured routines.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with autism 1:1 or in small groups.
• Help pupils engage with learning activities and daily routines.
• Encourage communication, independence and positive behaviour.
• Work closely with teachers and other support staff.

Skills

Autism support

Job description

Five Education Recruitment Limited is seeking a compassionate Learning Support Assistant to support pupils in Wedmore, focusing on children with autism. The role suits someone patient, understanding and confident in supporting pupils with additional needs in the classroom.

The successful candidate will work with teachers and support staff to enable engagement with activities and routines, promoting communication and positive behaviour while maintaining safeguarding standards.