Special Needs Playworker - ASD & PECS/Makaton

Newstead Academy; Barnsley; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Newstead Academy in Barnsley is seeking two committed Playworkers to join our SEND and Inclusion team. You will support children with a range of needs, including ASD and social communication challenges, using PECS and Makaton as part of personalised curricula.

We value a positive, collaborative approach and are looking for practitioners who are dedicated to inclusive learning and high standards of care. If you share this vision, we welcome your application.

Qualifications

• Experience of working with children with additional and complex needs, including ASD.
• Experience using communication strategies and systems such as PECS and Makaton.

Responsibilities

• Support children in learning and play, implementing personalised curriculums.
• Collaborate with staff to ensure inclusive learning environments and positive outcomes for all children.

Skills

Playworker experience

ASD support

Makaton

PECS

Personalised curriculums

Tools

PECS

Makaton signing

Job description

Newstead Academy in Barnsley is seeking two committed Playworkers to join our SEND and Inclusion team. You will support children with a range of needs, including ASD and social communication challenges, using PECS and Makaton as part of personalised curricula.

We value a positive, collaborative approach and are looking for practitioners who are dedicated to inclusive learning and high standards of care. If you share this vision, we welcome your application.