Lead Autism Support Worker - Empower Autistic Learners

Melksham Oak Community School; Calne; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 27,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

LGPS pension

CPD opportunities

Work laptop

Small class sizes

Job summary

The Springfields Academy in Calne is seeking a Lead Autism Support Worker (LASW) to join our child-centred team. You will lead interventions, cover classes and support autistic learners, working with our multidisciplinary therapy team as part of our therapy-first culture.

The role requires a good knowledge of autism, experience leading groups, and strong listening and relationship-building skills. We offer a competitive salary, LGPS pension, CPD opportunities, a work laptop, and small class

Qualifications

• Knowledge of autism and social communication strategies (e.g. TEACCH).
• Experience leading groups and covering classes.
• Ability to build trusting relationships with pupils.
• Excellent listening skills and resilience.

Responsibilities

• Lead interventions and support autistic learners.
• Cover classes as needed and support curriculum delivery.
• Collaborate with the multidisciplinary therapy team to promote therapy-first practice.

Skills

Autism knowledge

Social-emotional needs

Group leadership

Active listening

Relationship building

Resilience

Inclusive education

Anxiety management

Job description

The Springfields Academy in Calne is seeking a Lead Autism Support Worker (LASW) to join our child-centred team. You will lead interventions, cover classes and support autistic learners, working with our multidisciplinary therapy team as part of our therapy-first culture.

The role requires a good knowledge of autism, experience leading groups, and strong listening and relationship-building skills. We offer a competitive salary, LGPS pension, CPD opportunities, a work laptop, and small class