Autism Support Learning Assistant - Inspire Students

Protocol Education Limited; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Protocol Education is recruiting an Autism Support Learning Assistant for a specialist SEND school in Newcastle. You will support pupils with Autism Spectrum Conditions to access education and develop key life skills.

Role focuses on enabling engagement in lessons, promoting communication and social interaction, and supporting emotional wellbeing and behaviour management. You will work closely with teaching staff to meet individual targets and encourage independence.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children or young people.
• Interest in SEND, autism or educational support.
• Ability to build positive, trusting relationships.
• Works effectively as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with ASC and additional needs.
• Help pupils engage with lessons and activities.
• Promote communication and social interaction skills.
• Support emotional wellbeing and behaviour management.
• Liaise with teaching staff to meet learning targets.
• Encourage independence inside and outside the classroom.

Skills

Patience

Empathy

Resilience

Teamwork

SEND interest

Experience with children

Job description

Protocol Education is recruiting an Autism Support Learning Assistant for a specialist SEND school in Newcastle. You will support pupils with Autism Spectrum Conditions to access education and develop key life skills.

Role focuses on enabling engagement in lessons, promoting communication and social interaction, and supporting emotional wellbeing and behaviour management. You will work closely with teaching staff to meet individual targets and encourage independence.