Autism Support Assistant: Nurturing 1:1 & Small Groups

Five Education; Chippenham; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 17,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free DBS (refunded when you work 20+)?

Specialist training (Team Teach, Makat

Mentoring support while you work

Job summary

Five Education in Chippenham is seeking a caring Learning Support Assistant to support pupils in schools, focusing on children with autism within classroom routines and activities.

You will work 1:1 or in small groups, assist with learning tasks, promote communication, independence and positive behaviour, and collaborate closely with teachers and support staff while upholding safeguarding standards.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with autism (professional or personal).
• Calm, patient and nurturing approach with pupils.
• Able to adapt to individual needs and routines.
• Commitment to safeguarding and child welfare.

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

Experience with autism

Calm patient demeanor

Team collaboration

Job description

Five Education in Chippenham is seeking a caring Learning Support Assistant to support pupils in schools, focusing on children with autism within classroom routines and activities.

You will work 1:1 or in small groups, assist with learning tasks, promote communication, independence and positive behaviour, and collaborate closely with teachers and support staff while upholding safeguarding standards.