Autism Support Assistant — Immediate Start in SEND School

Protocol Education; Chadwell St Mary; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Protocol Education is seeking an Autism Support Assistant for a specialist SEND school in Grays, starting immediately. You will support pupils with ASC, MLD and SLCN, helping them access the curriculum and develop communication, social and independence skills.

You will work 1:1 or in small groups alongside teachers and therapists, using tailored strategies to meet individual learning needs and to foster a nurturing, inclusive learning environment for every pupil.

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.
• Provide support on a 1:1 basis or within small groups.
• Use strategies tailored to each student's individual learning needs.

Skills

SEND experience

Autism understanding

Patience and empathy

Relationship building

Job description

Protocol Education is seeking an Autism Support Assistant for a specialist SEND school in Grays, starting immediately. You will support pupils with ASC, MLD and SLCN, helping them access the curriculum and develop communication, social and independence skills.

You will work 1:1 or in small groups alongside teachers and therapists, using tailored strategies to meet individual learning needs and to foster a nurturing, inclusive learning environment for every pupil.