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Specialist Vocational & Life Skills Practitioner
Location: WarwickshireHours: Monday - Friday, 08:30 AM - 3:30 PMSalary: £21,940.92 per annumContract: Full-time, Permanent
About the RoleSmart Education is seeking a dedicated Vocational & Life Skills Practitioner to support young people aged 11-19 with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) in a specialist education setting.This role focuses on delivering tailored vocational and life skills sessions in a small-group environment, helping students build independence, confidence, and essential life skills. The setting provides a nurturing, home-like atmosphere, allowing practitioners to create a safe and engaging learning experience.
Key Responsibilities•   Deliver structured vocational and life skills sessions to students with ASC.•   Build strong, trusting relationships to support emotional and educational development.•   Plan and implement creative, individualised learning programs in line with student targets.•   Promote independence, resilience, and confidence in students.•   Work collaboratively with staff, external professionals, and families to support student progress.•   Maintain a safe and structured learning environment, ensuring compliance with safeguarding and health & safety policies.
Essential Attributes•   Resilience, confidence, and calmness under pressure.•   Ability to build rapport quickly with students and staff.•   A creative and proactive approach to engaging learners.•   Passion for supporting young people with ASC and promoting life skills development.
Essential Skills & Experience•   Experience supporting children with Autism Spectrum Condition.•   Ability to deliver ICT & Computing lessons to students of varying abilities.•   Strong understanding of Autism, ideally with a Level 1 or Level 2 qualification.•   Knowledge of safeguarding protocols and behaviour management strategies.•   Familiarity with both formative and summative assessment methods.
Desirable Skills & Experience•   HLTA qualification or equivalent experience.•   First Aid training.•   Experience working in alternative or specialist education settings.•   A background in supporting young people who are disengaged from education.
Why Join Smart Education?•   A rewarding opportunity to make a real impact on the lives of young people with ASC.•   A supportive and collaborative working environment.•   Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
If you are passionate about helping students with Autism develop life skills and independence, we encourage you to apply!
