Autism Support Assistant - Ascot

Autism Support Assistant - AscotImmediate Start | Full-Time | Focus on Autism & SEN

Are you a graduate eager to gain hands-on experience supporting young people with Autism (ASD)? Do you have a passion for helping students overcome challenges and reach their full potential?

A dedicated Specialist School in Ascot is seeking an empathetic and proactive Autism Support Assistant to join their team immediately. This inclusive school provides tailored support for students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), sensory processing difficulties, and social communication needs. Ideal candidates will be patient, adaptable, and have a background or keen interest in fields such as Psychology, Criminology, or Counselling.

• A nurturing and inclusive learning environment

• Small class sizes to promote individualised support

• Focus on therapeutic interventions and sensory-based learning

• Strong communication and teamwork skills

• A patient, calm, and resilient approach

• Experience with children or vulnerable adults (advantageous)

• A desire to build a career supporting students with Autism

• Providing one-to-one and group support to students with Autism

• Assisting with sensory regulation techniques and behaviour strategies

• Supporting students' social development and self-esteem

• Collaborating with teachers and therapists to implement tailored learning plans

• Position: Autism Support Assistant

• Location: Ascot

• Pay: £83 - £95 per day (dependent on experience, training, and qualifications)

• Hours: Full-Time, Monday to Friday (8:30 am - 3:30 pm)

• Contract: Long-term temporary with potential for permanent placement

• Experience: Not essential; a positive attitude and willingness to learn are key!

This is an excellent opportunity for those considering careers in SEN Teaching, Speech and Language Therapy, Educational Psychology, or Social Work.

If you are passionate about supporting students with Autism and want to make a real impact, apply today! Contact Tiffene @ Academics by responding directly to this advert.

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