Autism Support Worker

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

Job summary

A unique Special School in Thatcham is looking for a full-time Autism Support Worker to support children with Autism. You will work closely with the class teacher, providing 1-2-1 support, managing behaviors, and ensuring an engaging classroom environment. Ideal candidates are enthusiastic graduates with degrees in Psychology, Criminology, or Sociology, and a passion for working with children. The role offers £85 to £95 per day, with an ASAP start.

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic and bubbly personality to support vulnerable young people.
• Experience working with Autism is beneficial; professional or personal.
• Ability to build strong relationships with pupils.

Responsibilities

• Work alongside the class teacher providing 1-2-1 support.
• Build strong relationships with all pupils.
• Manage challenging behavior and keep pupils engaged.

Skills

Empathy

Flexibility

Communication skills

Education

Degree in Psychology, Criminology or Sociology

Job description

Overview

Are you an experienced support worker seeking a role in education? Are you passionate about supporting children and young people with Autism?

A friendly and unique Special School in Thatcham are seeking an Autism Support Worker to join their team full-time as soon as possible. The school caters for children and young people with Autism as their primary needs. There are also pupils with Learning Difficulties, Speech and Language Needs and ADHD. This is therefore the perfect opportunity for an experienced Support Worker or recent Graduate to further their experience with SEND.

Responsibilities

As an Autism Support Worker, you will work alongside the class teacher and provide 1-2-1 support during the lessons. You will build a strong relationship with all pupils, and learn to cater for each of their social and emotional needs. You will help manage any challenging behaviour that may arise, and also ensure each pupil is engaged and focused in class. Above all else, you will help make the classroom and a fun and exciting environment.

Qualifications/What we are looking for

The school are looking for an enthusiastic and bubbly Autism Support Worker who has a passion for supporting vulnerable young people. A recent graduate would be perfect for this role, with a relevant degree in Psychology, Criminology or Sociology. Any experience working with Autism would be beneficial, this could be professional or personal experience. Empathy and flexibility are also important skills!

Details

The school day runs from 8:30am to 3:15pm, and the school are looking for an Autism Support Worker who can work full time, Monday to Friday.

• Autism Support Worker
• Thatcham
• ASAP Start
• 85 to 95 per day
• Specialist School

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Thatcham, West Berkshire, Thatcham, West Berkshire, Thatcham