Autism Therapy Assistant — Part-Time, Term-Time Role

The Springfields Academy; Calne; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

LGPS pension

Career progression opportunities

Employee assistance programme

Job summary

The Springfields Academy in Calne invites applications for a Therapy Assistant to join our child-centered team from January 2027. The role supports learners with autism and works within our multidisciplinary therapy team as part of a therapy-first culture.

We offer a part-time, term-time contract with a 33.25-hour week and competitive pay (£26,052–£27,838 per year). Our school emphasises inclusion and personalised education with strong Ofsted outcomes and NAS Advanced specialist award.

Qualifications

• Good knowledge and understanding of autism and neurodiversity
• Understanding of social, emotional & mental health needs
• Excellent listening skills
• Ability to build trusted relationships
• Resilience and ability to work autonomously
• Promote inclusion in activities
• Use of positive anxiety management strategies

Skills

Autism and neurodiversity

Social communication support

Listening skills

Relationship building

Autonomous work

Anxiety management strategies

Education

Experience with autism support in school setting

Job description

The Springfields Academy in Calne invites applications for a Therapy Assistant to join our child-centered team from January 2027. The role supports learners with autism and works within our multidisciplinary therapy team as part of a therapy-first culture.

We offer a part-time, term-time contract with a 33.25-hour week and competitive pay (£26,052–£27,838 per year). Our school emphasises inclusion and personalised education with strong Ofsted outcomes and NAS Advanced specialist award.