ASD Specialist (with Personal Care)

Description:

Location: Romford 

Salary: £70 - £100 per hour 

Start Date: Immediately 

Contract Type: Full time 

ASD Specialist (with Personal Care) Position in Romford

Are you a compassionate and skilled ASD Specialist with experience in providing personal care and support to students with autism spectrum disorder (ASD)? Do you have the knowledge and expertise to create a nurturing and inclusive environment that meets the diverse needs of students with ASD? Join our schools in Romford as an ASD Specialist (with Personal Care) and make a positive impact on the lives of our students today!

About Us:

Our schools in Romford are dedicated to providing high-quality education and support for students with special educational needs, including those with autism spectrum disorder. As an ASD Specialist (with Personal Care), you will have the opportunity to work with a team of dedicated professionals to provide holistic support and guidance to students with ASD.

The Role:

As an ASD Specialist (with Personal Care), you will be responsible for providing personalized support and interventions to students with ASD, including assistance with personal care tasks such as toileting, dressing, and feeding. You will work closely with teachers, therapists, and support staff to implement individualized support plans and create a supportive and inclusive learning environment for students with ASD.

Key Responsibilities:

- Providing one-to-one support to students with ASD, both in the classroom and in personal care settings

- Assisting students with personal care tasks, ensuring their comfort and dignity at all times

- Supporting students in developing social skills, communication skills, and independence

- Implementing strategies and interventions to manage sensory sensitivities and behaviors associated with ASD

- Collaborating with colleagues and external professionals to ensure coordinated support for students with ASD

Requirements:

- Relevant qualification or experience in supporting individuals with ASD, including personal care

- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with students and colleagues

- A compassionate and patient approach to supporting individuals with ASD

- Knowledge of best practices and strategies for supporting individuals with ASD, including sensory integration techniques and behavior management strategies

- A commitment to safeguarding and child protection, with a willingness to undergo necessary background checks

Benefits:

- Competitive hourly rate of £70 - £100 per hour, depending on qualifications and experience

- Opportunity to work in a supportive and collaborative school environment

- Access to professional development opportunities to enhance your skills and knowledge of supporting individuals with ASD

- Chance to make a real difference in the lives of students with ASD by providing personalized support and guidance

- Potential for career progression and advancement within the school

How to Apply:

If you are a compassionate and skilled ASD Specialist ready to make a positive impact in the lives of students with ASD, we want to hear from you! Please submit your CV outlining your relevant experience and why you are the perfect fit for this role.

Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that the successful applicant must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks including an enhanced DBS on the update service.

This advert is crafted to attract compassionate and skilled ASD Specialists who are dedicated to providing personalized support and guidance to students with ASD, while ensuring compliance with safeguarding requirements.

For more updates on the role, do not hesitate to contact Katie Gibson or apply at