Autism Support Worker

GSL Education; Basingstoke; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

An education recruitment agency is seeking an Autism Support Worker in Basingstoke. The role involves supporting students with Autism and Social Communication Difficulties in a specialist educational environment. Candidates should have experience with special educational needs and a patient, nurturing approach. Competitive pay and support are provided for applicants looking to develop their careers.

Benefits

Competitive pay rates

Dedicated support from consultants

Qualifications

• Experience working with children with autism or social/emotional needs preferred.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development.

Responsibilities

• Support students who struggle with their class work.
• Facilitate a fun and friendly learning environment.
• Help manage classroom behaviour.

Skills

Experience with children with special educational needs

Knowledge of behaviour management strategies

Effective communication skills

Patience and nurturing approach

Ability to adapt in fast-paced environments

Job description

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*Do you have a passion for supporting individuals with Autism?

*Could you be the calm, caring presence someone needs?

*Are you looking for a rewarding role in Autism support?

GSL Education are recruiting an Autism Support Worker to work at a SEND School based in Basingstoke. The successful Autism Support Assistant will gain a good amount of knowledge and experience in working with children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) and learning difficulties (ASD, ADHD, SEMH needs). This is a rewarding opportunity to work as part of a specialist team in a school, supporting pupils with Autism and Social Communication Difficulties.

Key Responsibilities as an Autism Support Worker:

• To support students who struggle with their class work
• Facilitate a fun and friendly learning environment
• To provide support to the class teacher
• To help the class teacher prepare lesson materials and classroom boards
• To keep the classroom a tidy and presentable environment
• To encourage children to do their best
• Help manage classroom behaviour
• Listen to the children read and practice their phonics

Qualifications & Skills required for Autism Support Worker role:

• Experience working with children with special educational needs, particularly those with autism or social and emotional needs (preferred, not essential).
• Experience working with SEN (in school, care, or voluntary settings) preferred, not essential
• Knowledge of and experience with behaviour management strategies.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and communicate effectively with parents and other professionals.
• A patient and nurturing approach to working with children.
• Ability to adapt and be flexible in a fast-paced and changing environment.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development in SEN practices and strategies.

To work with GSL Education as an Autism Support Worker - Basingstoke, you should:

• Have the right to work in the UK.
• Have an up-to-date CV with two relevant references from within the last 2 years.
• Have a DBS registered to the update service or be happy to apply for one with GSL Education

Here at GSL Education, we offer competitive pay rates, bespoke service and dedicated Consultants who will support you in securing your new role. Whether you are at the start of your career or are looking for a more manageable work-life balance, rest assured we are here for you. As experienced Education Recruiters, we have helped hundreds of Candidates gain the relevant experience and training required to become Specialist Support Staff, Newly Qualified Teachers, Fully Qualified Teachers, Education Psychologists and even gain Senior Leadership appointments.

Please be advised that this Autism Support Worker role requires strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection, and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS on the update service.

For more information about this position, please visit our website to contact the relevant branch. To work with GSL Education in the role of Autism Support Worker, please apply via the application link or visit to apply online.