Autism Specialist Assistant - Swindon, West Berkshire
Full Time - December 2024
Do you want to advocate for students on the autistic spectrum?
Do you want to help students develop independence and life skills?
A special education school in Swindon, Wiltshire has an opportunity for a pro-active individual to join their team as an Autism Specialist Assistant, supporting their students with a primary diagnosis of autistic spectrum condition. The school provide education students between the ages of 4-19 with additional needs and social, emotional and mental health needs. Joining the team as an Autism Specialist Assistant you will be supporting students both on a 1-1 basis and in small groups, with access to specialist facilities and equipment such as:
*Science laboratories
*Food technology rooms
*Construction areas
*Computer suites
*Sensory and therapy spaces
*Outdoor & indoor playgrounds
Joining the school in an Autism Specialist Assistant role you will play a crucial part in the students developing life skills and independence to help them reach their full potential in education and in society. The school has recently converted their new school buildings to specifically support the complex needs of their students and they are looking for an Autism Specialist Assistant to with the same level of dedication and passion to help students excel. Working as an Autism Specialist Assistant will include building trust and creating a safe space for students to express themselves. In turn, you will encourage effective communication techniques in order to help the students with their interaction skills and building connections.
*Swindon, Wiltshire
*£80-£95 per day
*Monday - Friday, 8:30 - 3:30
*Autism Specialist
*Professional SEN facilities and staff
If you are educated about Autism/ASD and are passionate about advocating for students, APPLY TODAY with an UPDATED CV!