Autism Support Assistant — Nurture Skills & Independence

Academics; Wantage; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great travel links

Hands-on experience with vulnerable in

ASAP start

Job summary

Academics in Wantage is seeking an Autism Support Assistant to provide personalised support to students throughout the school day. You will work closely with our teaching team to help children develop confidence, independence and life skills in a specialist education setting.

The role focuses on 1:1 and small-group support, targeted interventions and helping students access lessons. An ASAP start is available with a pay rate of £85-£105 per day.

Qualifications

• Experience with autistic children or young people is preferred, in school, care, nursery, college or community settings.
• It may be your first opportunity in specialist education.

Responsibilities

• Provide personalised support to students 1:1 or in small groups.
• Deliver targeted interventions based on individual needs.
• Support communication, social interaction, and emotional regulation.
• Help students access lessons and participate in school life.
• Encourage development of new skills and independence.
• Record and celebrate progress, big or small.

Skills

1:1 support

Small group support

Targeted interventions

Communication

Social interaction

Emotional regulation

Independence development

Job description

Academics in Wantage is seeking an Autism Support Assistant to provide personalised support to students throughout the school day. You will work closely with our teaching team to help children develop confidence, independence and life skills in a specialist education setting.

The role focuses on 1:1 and small-group support, targeted interventions and helping students access lessons. An ASAP start is available with a pay rate of £85-£105 per day.