Autism Support Worker

Academics Ltd; Melksham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist school in Melksham is seeking an Autism Support Worker to support vulnerable children with Autism and additional needs. The role involves behavior management, social skills support, and implementing strategies from specialists. Experience with children is beneficial but not essential. Pay ranges from £85 to £95 per day, with an immediate start available.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with children would be beneficial, but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Support with behaviour management and emotional regulation.
• Promote positive behaviour expression.
• Support with social skills and independent living skills.
• Implement strategies advised by educational psychologist.
• Take part in training and ongoing professional development.

Job description

Overview

Are you looking for your new adventure, supporting vulnerable children? Are you interested in a specialist approach to education? Are you a kind and caring individual? A fantastic specialist school in Melksham are looking for an Autism Support Worker to join their friendly team, starting as soon as next week. This is an exciting opportunity to support children and teenagers with a primary diagnosis of Autism. A lot of the pupils have other associated additional needs, including ADHD, communication challenges and behaviour needs. You will play a key role in their journey to adulthood, and support them with their education, as well as their social and emotional development.

Responsibilities

• Support with behaviour management and emotional regulation.
• Promote positive behaviour expression.
• Support with social skills and independent living skills, such as cooking, money management and personal care.
• Implement strategies advised by educational psychologist and behaviour specialists.
• Take part in training and ongoing professional development such as safeguarding, Autism Awareness, Makaton and Team Teach.

Qualifications

Previous experience working with children would be beneficial, but not essential.

Benefits

Start Date: ASAP
Pay: £85 - £95 per day
Location: Melksham

Autism Support Worker, Melksham
Autism Support Worker, Melksham
Autism Support Worker, Melksham