Autism Support Assistant ( Driving licence required)

Protocol Education Ltd; West of England; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Protocol Education Ltd in the BS35 area is recruiting an Autism Support Assistant to work with children and young people with Autism Spectrum Conditions (ASC) in a specialist SEND setting. The role offers flexible hours (full-time or part-time) and requires a patient, caring approach, strong teamwork, and a full UK driving licence with access to a vehicle for travel between sites if needed.

DBS checks and safeguarding training are provided.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children, preferably with autism.
• Patient, caring and resilient approach.
• Strong communication and ability to work in a team.
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with autism in a specialist SEND setting.
• Assist teaching staff with planning and delivery of activities.
• Promote pupil safety, welfare and inclusion at all times.
• Attend safeguarding training and ongoing professional development.

Skills

Child support experience

Patience & resilience

Communication skills

UK driving licence

Job description

Autism Support Assistant - BS35

Location: BS35 Area
Hours: Full-Time or Part-Time Available
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

Are you passionate about supporting children with autism? We are recruiting an Autism Support Assistant to join a specialist school in the BS35 area, working with children and young people with Autism Spectrum Conditions (ASC).

The ideal candidate will have previous experience supporting children, either within a school, care, support work, or similar setting. Due to the location of the school, a full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle are essential.

What we're looking for:

• Experience working with children, ideally those with autism or additional needs
• A patient, caring, and resilient approach
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle

This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of young people while developing your career within SEND education.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance "Keeping Children Safe in Education", this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.

We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.

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