Details:
- Salary: £93.63 - 100 - Day
- Job Type: Temporary
- Job Status: Part-Time
- Salary Per: Day
- Location: Brent Greater London
- Date: 1 day ago
Description:
Are you a patient, high-energy individual who loves helping children succeed? A welcoming, mainstream primary school in Brent is looking for a dedicated 1:1 Autism Support Worker to start immediately. You will be paired with a brilliant student with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), helping them navigate the school day, engage with their classmates, and successfully complete their classwork.
Core Responsibilities
* Academic Support: Break down classroom tasks into manageable steps to help the pupil focus on and complete their work.
* Emotional & Social Coaching: Use positive reinforcement and calming strategies to help the student manage emotional regulation and social interactions.
* Routine & Structure: Implement visual timetables and structured routines to create a safe, predictable learning environment.
* Collaboration: Working closely with the Class Teacher and Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENCo) to track progress against the child's EHCP (Education, Health and Care Plan).
Candidate Requirements
* Experience: Previous experience supporting children with Autism (ASC/ASD) or complex speech and language needs is highly desirable.
* Personality: Patient, empathetic, and resilient with a genuinely warm and encouraging approach.
* Skills: Strong communication skills and the ability to adapt learning materials on the fly to suit the child's needs.
* Compliance: Must hold an Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or be willing to apply for one with us).
What the School Offers
* A deeply supportive inclusion team and SENCo who truly value their support staff.
* Regular training opportunities in autism awareness and positive behavior intervention.
* A vibrant, diverse, and easily accessible school community in Brent