Autism Support Worker

Full-Time Autism Support Workerin SEND school Nestled in a beautiful and nurturing environment, the school is dedicated to supporting children and young people with a wide range of additional needs. The school takes pride in offering a compassionate and inclusive space where every student can thrive and reach their full potential. There are a variety of complex needs such as Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD), Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD), and Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), and the students benefit from highly personalized support that recognizes and responds to their unique challenges. With a strong emphasis on communication, interaction, and sensory experiences, theyare committed to making every day a meaningful learning journey for each child. Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of children with special educational needs and disabilities? Do you have the experience, drive, and enthusiasm to help our incredible students achieve their best? Do you have experience in care? Youth Work? As a teaching assistant? If so, wed love to hear from you! We are seeking a full-time Autism Support Workerto join our dedicated team. You will be working closely with students who have Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD), Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD), and Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). The school has KS1 to KS5 and various needs from able ASD to PMLD. Your role will be crucial in providing essential support that helps these students overcome challenges, build confidence, and succeed in their learning. Autism Support Worker Key Responsibilities: Provide one-on-one and small group support to students with SEND. Assist in the implementation of personalized learning plans and therapeutic interventions. Use communication tools such as visual aids, Makaton, PECSto enhance understanding. Help manage sensory needs, including supporting students with physical disabilities or medical needs. Foster a safe, stimulating, and encouraging environment for students. What Were Looking For: Experience working with SEND students, particularly those with PMLD, SLD, or ASD. OR - someone who is willing to give it a goandto learn, grow, and adapt to the unique needs of our students! Knowledge of Makaton or similar communication tools is a plus. A background in youth work, volunteering, or experience in care settings is advantageous. A patient, adaptable, and compassionate attitude, with a sense of humour! Team Educate is a forward-thinking agency with the schools and candidates best interest at heart. We have lots of positions coming to us on a weekly basis and we are confident we can find the perfect role for you! Something that separates us from other teaching agencies is our in-house teaching expert, who has 14 years of experience in various education settings. He is here to offer our candidates support with their teaching practise, writing covering letters and interview advice. If you want to join a local agency, with the best service available, we urge you to get in touch. Come and join us so together, we can become an outstanding Team of Educators and professionals! With thanks, Team Educate TPBN1_UKTJ