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Autism Support Assistant

Academics
Posted 9 hours ago, valid for 21 days
Location

Bristol, City of Bristol BS6 5EX

Contract type

Full Time

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  • An Autism Support Assistant position is available in a secondary school located in Bristol BS2, focusing on students with autism aged 4 to 16.
  • The role involves supporting learners with their academic and personal goals, providing classroom support, and assisting with lesson preparation and classroom management.
  • Candidates should possess a calm and compassionate demeanor, with confidence and adaptability being key traits, while prior experience with children is beneficial but not essential.
  • The salary for this role ranges from £83.33 to £96.15 per day, and it offers both part-time and full-time options during term time only.
  • This position is ideal for individuals pursuing a career in psychology or education, providing valuable experience in working with vulnerable children.

Autism Support Assistant - Bristol BS2 - Secondary School

An excellent role has recently become available to support students who struggle with learning difficulties in the classroom. This highly regarded specialist school in Bristol look after students between the ages of 4 and 16 who have a primary diagnosis of autism.

Your role will be to mainly support learners while incorporating therapy and their curriculum. You will ensure that they are reaching all their goals both academically and personally, ensuring that they are reaching all the necessary age-appropriate milestones.

Your role as an Autism support assistant will also include providing general classroom support to the class teacher. These duties will include helping manage general classroom behaviour, help with lesson preparation, help keep the class tidy and listen to the students read and practice their phonics.

The successful Autism Support Assistant will be calm and compassionate but also confident. You will take initiative well and be able to adapt your approach to match the needs of the children. Some children in the class will need extra support. Some may have learning difficulties and need help to stay on track with their tasks.

Experience working with children will be beneficial, but not essential. Personality is most important. If you are confident and bubbly then this school wants to hear from you!

Individuals who are working towards a career in psychology, education or any other related field are most welcome to apply. This is an excellent opportunity to gain valuable experience working with vulnerable children.

Key information:

  • Autism Support Assistant
  • Bristol - BS2
  • £83.33 - £96.15 per day
  • Term time only
  • Small class sizes
  • Good travel links
  • Part time / Full time options are available

If you are interested in this Autism Support Assistant role, please apply online or for further information contact Academics LTD Bristol office and speak to Janine Robinson - Apply now as interviews are taking place as soon as next week!

Please note: Academics are a leading education recruitment agency operating across England and Wales. All successful candidates will be subject to a full DBS check, and relevant references will be required. Academics is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children

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