Autism Support Worker

TN United Kingdom; Maidenhead; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An amazing specialist school in Maidenhead is seeking an Autism Support Worker to provide vital support to children with Autism. This role offers a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in students' lives while gaining valuable experience in a supportive environment. You will facilitate learning interventions, create a safe space for students, and track their academic progress. Ideal candidates will be kind, caring, and adaptable, with a passion for helping children succeed. This is a fantastic opportunity to enhance your CV and contribute to the educational journey of these children.

Benefits

Excellent experience opportunity

Good travel links

Qualifications

• Experience with children and special educational needs (SEN) is advantageous.
• Enhanced DBS check required; assistance can be provided.

Responsibilities

• Facilitating interventions to support learning.
• Creating a safe and secure environment for learning.
• Tracking academic progress of students.

Skills

Kindness

Compassion

Patience

Adaptability

Experience with children

Education

Psychology Degree

Job description

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Are you looking for an exciting new career path? Are you a psychology graduate seeking valuable experience?

An amazing specialist school in the heart of Maidenhead is looking for an Autism Support Worker to join their team starting ASAP.

The school hiring an Autism Support Worker:

• An highly regarded specialist school in the area
• Cater for children with a primary diagnosis of Autism
• Focus on helping children access education alongside their mainstream peers
• Each child has an individualised plan and curriculum
• Provide specialist education with personalised interventions from educators and a multidisciplinary team
• Supportive environment where you can make a real difference
• Rewarding work that adds valuable experience to your CV

What the role as an Autism Support Worker entails:

• Facilitating and providing interventions to support learning
• Creating a safe and secure environment for learning
• Encouraging students to achieve academically and personally
• Tracking academic progress
• Understanding the importance of safeguarding

Qualities needed to be a great Autism Support Worker:

• Kind, caring, and compassionate
• Determined to make a difference
• Patient and adaptable
• Experience with children and SEN is advantageous but not essential
• Enhanced DBS check required; assistance can be provided if needed

Important information about the role:

• Position: Autism Support Worker
• Location: Maidenhead
• Pay: £80 - £95 per day
• Full-time and part-time roles available
• Start: ASAP
• Good travel links
• Excellent experience opportunity

Candidates must have the right to work in the UK. Sponsorships are not available.

Interviews are happening soon, so apply now if you're interested!