Autism Support Assistant — Therapeutic Classroom Role

Academics Ltd; Wantage, Maidenhead; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

Academics Ltd is recruiting an Autism Specialist Support Assistant for a specialist school in Wantage. The role supports children aged 4 to 16 with Autism and complex learning needs, working closely with on-site therapists and psychologists.

This is a full-time, long-term position with a supportive, therapeutic approach to learning. The successful candidate will be mentored, shadow sessions, and gain valuable experience in Special Needs and mental health support.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or adults with Special Needs would be beneficial.
• Therapeutic approach used at the school supports engagement beyond traditional lessons.
• Interest in supporting children with complex learning needs and Autism.

Responsibilities

• Support children with Autism and Learning Disabilities in a classroom setting.
• Work alongside therapists and psychologists on-site to shadow sessions and learn.
• Be proactive, adaptable and use initiative to engage learners aged 4–16.

Job description

Academics Ltd is recruiting an Autism Specialist Support Assistant for a specialist school in Wantage. The role supports children aged 4 to 16 with Autism and complex learning needs, working closely with on-site therapists and psychologists.

This is a full-time, long-term position with a supportive, therapeutic approach to learning. The successful candidate will be mentored, shadow sessions, and gain valuable experience in Special Needs and mental health support.