Year 2 Learning Support Assistant (Autism Support)

Master Class Education; Crawley; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Master Class Education is recruiting a dedicated Learning Support Assistant to support a Year 2 pupil with autism in a mainstream primary school in Crawley. This full-time, term-time role starts ASAP and offers a rewarding chance to make a difference in a child’s learning and development.

You will work with the class teacher and SENCO to provide nurturing, consistent support, helping the pupil access lessons, build independence and confidence, and feel safe and included at school.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting a pupil with autism is desirable.
• Patience, calmness and compassion are essential.
• Ability to build trusting relationships with a pupil is important.
• Team player with good communication with teachers and SENCO.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one support throughout the school day.
• Support the pupil to access the Year 2 curriculum.
• Help develop communication, social and emotional skills.
• Encourage independence and positive learning behaviours.
• Support with transitions and changes to routine.
• Help manage and regulate emotions and behaviour in a calm and positive way.
• Build a trusting and consistent relationship with the pupil.
• Work closely with the class teacher, SENCO and wider school team.

Skills

One-to-one support

Autism awareness

Pupil engagement

Communication skills

Behaviour management

Job description

Master Class Education is recruiting a dedicated Learning Support Assistant to support a Year 2 pupil with autism in a mainstream primary school in Crawley. This full-time, term-time role starts ASAP and offers a rewarding chance to make a difference in a child’s learning and development.

You will work with the class teacher and SENCO to provide nurturing, consistent support, helping the pupil access lessons, build independence and confidence, and feel safe and included at school.