Do you have a passion for supporting children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)?
Do you have personal or professional experience helping individuals with autism thrive?
We are recruiting for a 1:1 Autism Support Assistant to work full-time in a mainstream primary school in Cwmbran, starting September 2025. This rewarding role involves supporting a pupil with ASD throughout the school day to help them feel safe, included, and successful in their learning.
You will provide dedicated 1:1 support to a child with autism within a mainstream classroom. Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:
* Assisting the pupil with learning tasks, transitions, and classroom routines
* Implementing individual support strategies, including visual aids and sensory tools
* Promoting emotional regulation and positive behaviour
* Working closely with the class teacher, SENCO, and therapists
* Creating a calm, structured, and inclusive environment
This is an excellent opportunity to build strong relationships and make a lasting difference in one child's educational journey.
We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, especially those with lived or professional experience supporting individuals with autism. Training can be provided, but a caring and patient nature is essential.
Essential:
* Experience supporting someone with autism (personal, voluntary, or professional)
* A calm, consistent, and empathetic approach
* Good communication and teamwork skills
* Willingness to follow routines and personalised behaviour strategies
* Commitment to making a positive impact
Desirable:
* School or SEN experience
* Knowledge of ASD strategies (e.g., PECS, TEACCH, Makaton)
* Behaviour management training (e.g., Team Teach, MAPA)
* Relevant qualifications in education, SEN, psychology, or childcare
* Inclusive and friendly mainstream primary in Cwmbran (NP44)
* Supportive leadership and SEN team
* Focus on tailored learning and pupil wellbeing
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