Autism Support Worker

Autism Support Worker

Are you an experienced TA or autism support worker with a passion to help students who are in a special educational needs setting?

• Lewisham run special educational needs school
• Well resourced lessons
• Small school with very small class sizes
• Supportive school community
• Robust and highly effective whole school behaviour management policies in place

Are you looking for a rewarding role in an Outstanding SEN school with new facilities?

Have you worked with young people with special educational needs?

The Autism Support Worker Job

An SEN school in Lewisham are looking for a support worker to start. This is a long term, full time position and will run for the remainder of the academic year. You will be working with young people across KS1-2.

The Autism Support Worker Skills

This outstanding school are looking for a passionate and experienced autism support worker who has a good understanding of ASD and complex needs. You will be working in the primary team supporting pupils on a 1:1 or classroom basis with their motivation and learning. You will have the opportunity to assist these students in activities that will further their independence and ability to be a life long learner.

The School

• This Lewisham based SEN school has recently joined a new academy in the last year
• This school based in Lewisham specialises in dealing with young people who have severe to complex needs.
• Fantastic transport links around Lewisham
• Support form a multi-professional team and team of experts who focus on the whole well-being of the young person and understanding their needs

The Ideal Autism Support worker Applicant:

• Experience being a teaching Assistant in an SEN school is desirable but not essential
• Have a passion for helping students who have SEN needs
• A patient, calm and engaging classroom manner.
• Strong communication skills
• Registered DBS or be prepared to carry out a new DBS application.
• Ability to build rapport with individual pupils

Reeson Education:

REESON Education is London's Premier Recruitment Agency. Established in 2006 by experienced teachers, education professionals and recruitment specialists, we have built our business and reputation on the cores values of honesty, integrity and excellence.

We care about education and the provision of education and have established an excellent reputation with schools and teachers alike.

At REESON Education we work closely with a large network of Nurseries, Primary Schools, Secondary Schools and Colleges across London. Our client base provides us with an abundance of available daily supply, long term and permanent opportunities across all age groups in all areas of London.

Please note that all daily/hourly rates quoted are inclusive of holiday pay at 12.07%