Autism Support Worker

GUARDIAN SELECTION LIMITED; Winchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency is looking for an Autism Support Worker in Winchester. The role involves supporting children with learning difficulties, particularly autism. Responsibilities include assisting with class work and helping to manage classroom behavior. Ideal candidates will have experience with special educational needs but this is not essential. The position offers competitive pay rates and the chance to make a meaningful impact.

Benefits

Competitive pay rates

Dedicated support from consultants

Qualifications

• Experience working with children with special educational needs, particularly those with autism is preferred but not essential.
• Knowledge of and experience with behaviour management strategies.
• Ability to adapt and be flexible in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Support students who struggle with their class work.
• Facilitate a fun and friendly learning environment.
• Provide support to the class teacher.

Skills

Experience working with children with special educational needs

Knowledge of behaviour management strategies

Ability to communicate effectively

Patient and nurturing approach

Ability to work as part of a team

Job description

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Care. Connect. Change. – Join as an Autism Support Worker

Location:Winchester

Salary Scale: £82.80 to £100 per day

Start Date: ASAP/ September

Bring your empathy, creativity, and energy to a role where no day is the same, and every day is meaningful. Become an Autism Support Worker and be someone’s reason to smile."

GSL Education are currently recruiting for an Autism Support Worker to work at a special needs school based inWinchester.

This is an opportunity to make a positive impact in the lives of children with learning difficulties (ASD, ADHD, SEMH needs). As a dedicated Autism Support Worker, you will work closely with children who has a primary diagnosis of Autism, as well as other associated additional needs.

If you're looking for a new challenge this September and want to help children with autism flourish, we’d love to hear from you!

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, 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 www.gsleducation.com to apply online.