Autism Support

Overview

You will support pupils with autism in a specialist setting, delivering 1:1 and small-group support, routines, transitions, and sensory needs. You’ll use clear communication and visual strategies to aid learning, help with emotional regulation and positive behaviour, and work closely with teachers, SENCOs, and therapists. The role includes ongoing autism and SEND training and safeguarding duties, with starts available ASAP or in October. This is a meaningful opportunity to make a real impact in inclusive education.

Pay / Benefits

• Free autism and SEND training (CPD opportunities)
• Ongoing support from a SEN consultant
• Access to a range of specialist settings
• Safeguarding training and DBS-related requirements

Responsibilities

• Support pupils 1:1 and in small groups
• Assist routines, transitions, and sensory needs
• Apply clear communication and visual strategies
• Support emotional regulation and positive behaviour
• Collaborate with teachers, SENCOs, and therapists

Key requirements

• Experience with autism or SEND, or a real passion to build it
• Calm, consistent approach, even on tricky days
• Notices small wins and celebrates them
• Strong teamwork and communication skills

• patience
• empathy
• steady presence
• teamwork
• clear communication and visual strategies
• emotional regulation techniques

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