Autism Support Assistant: 1:1 & Small Groups (Immediate)

Protocol Education; Grays; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

Protocol Education are recruiting for an Autism Support Assistant at a specialist SEND school in Grays, with immediate start.

You will support pupils with SEND, including ASC and SLCN, 1:1 or in small groups, helping access the curriculum and develop communication and confidence.

The role requires empathy, patience, adaptability and the ability to build positive relationships with pupils, staff and families; safeguarding training and a DBS check apply.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children or young people with SEND.
• Understanding of Autism and communication difficulties.
• Patient, empathetic and adaptable.
• Confident supporting pupils with learning difficulties and additional needs.
• Genuine passion for helping young people overcome barriers to learning.
• Ability to build positive relationships with pupils, staff and families.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with teachers, therapists and support staff to help pupils access the curriculum.
• Develop communication skills and build confidence academically and socially.
• Provide 1:1 support or support in small groups with tailored strategies.

Skills

SEND experience

Autism awareness

Patience

Empathy

Relationship building

Education

Relevant TA qualification

Job description

Protocol Education are recruiting for an Autism Support Assistant at a specialist SEND school in Grays, with immediate start.

You will support pupils with SEND, including ASC and SLCN, 1:1 or in small groups, helping access the curriculum and develop communication and confidence.

The role requires empathy, patience, adaptability and the ability to build positive relationships with pupils, staff and families; safeguarding training and a DBS check apply.