Are you passionate about improving understanding, acceptance and inclusion for autistic children and young people? Our Autism Inclusion Team (AIT) is seeking to appoint a part-time Communication Support Worker – Trainer to deliver high‑quality autism awareness, acceptance and inclusion training across Staffordshire. You will work independently across a range of educational and community settings, from Early Years to Post‑16, supporting schools, professionals and parents/carers to develop autism‑friendly practice. You will also contribute to the development of AIT’s social media and digital engagement to promote training and inclusion initiatives. A full, current driving licence is essential due to travel across the county. Main Responsibilities In this varied and rewarding role, you will: Deliver effective, high-quality autism awareness and inclusion training Provide advice and training on autism strategies, reasonable adjustments and their implementation in education, home and community settings Design and develop bespoke training packages to meet identified needs Work collaboratively with schools, families, and multi‑agency professionals to promote inclusive practice Provide advice and guidance to support the social and emotional needs of autistic children and young people Promote Autism Inclusion Team training offers to a range of audiences Build capacity across settings by delivering training to diverse groups Contribute to the development and maintenance of the team’s social media presence Undertake occasional in‑setting support work with pupils, where required The Ideal Candidate You will bring: Level 3 (or equivalent) education and accredited Autism Awareness training GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths Experience supporting autistic children or young people in education or community settings Specialist, up‑to‑date knowledge of autism, inclusion approaches and SEND legislation Experience delivering training to a variety of stakeholders Confidence managing social media and digital engagement Excellent organisation, ICT skills and flexibility Closing date: 17th May 2026 Interviews: 3rd June 2026 - in person at Staffordshire Place 1. For an informal conversation about the role please contact Kate Curzon (Team Lead): kate.curzon@staffordshire.gov.uk Our Recruitment Process: We anonymise applications during shortlisting to ensure only relevant information is considered. Please complete your application fully, especially the supporting statement, to highlight what you’ll bring to the role. About Staffordshire County Council We are no ordinary county council: Our Values: The core of who we are as an organisation. Just like we all have personal values that shape our thoughts and behaviour, organisational values drive how we think and act collectively. Our values were created and shaped by colleague feedback and national best practice and they sit at the heart of People Strategy: We have a real sense of community spirit that brings our people together. This feeling of belonging means we are all connected to what we do and take pride in the difference we make every day for Staffordshire people. We are ambitious and our sights are set firmly on a better future. We look forward and race ahead - that goes for your career too. Our benefits: We recognise that it is our employees that are central to everything we do. We aim to create a supportive working environment where employees can achieve their full potential and achieve a healthy work-life balance. In addition to your salary, as a member of staff, you will have access to Our rewards and benefits - Careers at Staffordshire Our recruitment process: As an Authority we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Staffordshire County Council is an equal opportunities organisation and Disability Confident employer. We encourage applications from all background and communities As part of our commitment as a Disability Confident employer, a Gold Award Armed Forces employer and our commitment to supporting care leavers - we offer a guaranteed interview as long as your application meets the minimum criteria for the post. As you’ll know safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our children and young people/vulnerable adults is important to us and that’s why this position is subject to a criminal record check from the Disclosure and Barring Service. If applicable you should disclose details of unspent and unfiltered spent reprimands, formal warnings, cautions and convictions in your application form.