Job overview Job type: Full Time, Permanent Salary: £22,000 - £26,000 Per- annum (5 days a week – pro-rata if less than 5 days a week) Term time role (35 weeks per annum) Hours: (35 weeks p/a): 8:00 – 16:00 Start date: As soon as practicably possible About this role We are seeking a compassionate, experienced, and proactive Learning Support Assistant (LSA) to provide dedicated one-to-one support for a Year 8 young learner with autism and a PDA (Pathological Demand Avoidance) profile. This role is integral to helping the young learner access learning, manage daily routines, and thrive both academically and socially within a nurturing and creative learning environment. Key Responsibilities * Provide in-class support across all subjects to facilitate the young learner’s engagement and learning. * Use non-contact lesson times to assist the young learner with completing homework and unfinished classwork. * Communicate daily with parents to share updates, celebrate successes, and discuss any concerns. * Collaborate closely with the Occupational Therapist to implement and support the young learner’s OT programme. * Support the young learner during off-site visits and PE lessons at K2, ensuring safety, engagement, and inclusion. * Help the young learner manage and balance special interests in a way that supports learning and social development. * Assist the young learner in navigating social situations and building positive peer relationships. * Provide consistent support with organisation, time management, and executive functioning throughout the school day. * Use IT confidently to support learning, communication, and task management. * Attend all required INSET days and participate in relevant training and development opportunities. Person Specification Essential: * Proven experience working with autistic children, particularly those with a PDA profile. * Strong understanding of autism, sensory needs, and demand avoidance strategies. * Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with a warm and empathetic approach. * Confident in using IT to support learning and communication. * Ability to work collaboratively with teachers, therapists, and families. * Flexible, patient, and creative in adapting to the student’s needs and interests. * Physically able and willing to support during PE and off-site activities. Desirable: * Experience working in progressive or alternative educational settings. * Knowledge of executive functioning strategies and tools. * Familiarity with our educational philosophy and values. Please contact Mathure on (phone number removed), for further information