Autism Support Worker - Gloucestershire

Academics; England; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

Academics Ltd in Gloucestershire is seeking a compassionate Autism Support Worker to join a specialist school team. The role involves supporting pupils with autism to develop confidence, communication and independence in a full-time, school-hour setup.

You will provide 1:1 and small-group support, help with emotional regulation, and build trusting relationships with pupils while collaborating with teachers and support staff. Previous SEN experience is helpful but training will be provided.

Qualifications

• Experience with autism or SEN is beneficial but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support.
• Develop communication, social and independence skills between pupils.
• Support emotional regulation and positive behaviour.
• Encourage confidence and life skills.
• Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils.
• Work closely with teachers and specialist support staff.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Patience

Teamwork

Job description

Autism Support Worker - Gloucestershire

Would you like to use your skills to help autistic children develop confidence, communication and independence?

Join a welcoming specialist school in Gloucestershire who are looking for a caring and enthusiastic Autism Support Worker to join their team full time. This is a rewarding opportunity to support pupils with Autism, communication difficulties, sensory needs, learning needs and behavioural challenges.

As an Autism Support Worker, you will:

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support.
• Develop communication, social and independence skills between pupils.
• Support emotional regulation and positive behaviour.
• Encourage confidence and life skills.
• Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils.
• Work closely with teachers and specialist support staff.

Being an Autism Support Worker is a valuable opportunity to gain experience working within Autism and specialist education, while developing your understanding of neurodiversity, communication and behaviour. As an Autism Support Worker, you will play an important part in creating a calm, supportive and engaging environment where every pupil can feel confident and included.

The role would suit a Teaching Assistant, Support Worker, Care Worker, Psychology or Criminology Graduate, or anyone with relevant personal or professional experience. Previous Autism or SEN experience is beneficial but not essential, as training and guidance will be provided as an Autism Support Worker.

The school is looking for an Autism Support Worker who is patient, nurturing, resilient and genuinely passionate about supporting young people.

Key Information:

• Autism Support Worker
• Gloucestershire
• Full time, Monday-Friday, 8:30am-3:30pm
• 90- 105 per day
• ASAP Start
• Specialist Autism/SEN setting
• Potential for the role to become permanent

If you're looking for a rewarding role where you can make a genuine difference to a young person's day, we'd love to hear from you.

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy.