Learning support assistant

To protect our autistic children at the National Autistic Society, all employees will be required to complete the relevant safeguarding checks which will include additional references and criminal background checks.

Join Us as a Learning Support Assistant

At the National Autistic Society, we offer many services to support autistic children and young people. We work to improve education, care, and experiences so they can reach their full potential.

About the School
The purpose of our school is to help prepare young people to make a successful transition into adulthood with the confidence and the necessary skills to live as independently as possible and participate in their local community. Our aim is to enable pupils to be the best version of themselves by providing timely support within a safe and engaging learning environment whilst conveying our core values.

About the Role

You will be providing the highest standards of support to our pupils, so they achieve positive and meaningful outcomes in line with their education and care plans and through the implementation of SPELL framework.

What You’ll Do

• Support the children to access the school’s curriculum within the school day
• Maintain daily records of assessment as directed by the teacher
• Support with class organisation at the start and end of each day

What We’re Looking For

• Good written and verbal communication skills with excellent attention to detail
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team
• Ability to work in a non-confrontational way to ensure individual’s needs are met

This is a full-time permanent role for 34.5 hours per week.

What we can offer you

• Pension – Auto-enrolled pension scheme.
• Training – Great induction and training, including autism training.
• Discounts – Online staff discount scheme for shopping, cycling, tech, and more (e.g., Asda, Tesco, Nike, Apple).
• Healthcare – Cash plan for permanent staff.
• Life Assurance – 2x your base salary.
• Flexible Benefits – Options like private health, dental insurance, holiday trading, enhanced pension.
• Support – 24-hour Employee Assistance Programme and counselling.
• Mindfulness – Free Headspace app for you and up to 3 family/friends.
• Blue Light Card – Eligibility for discounts.

About our application process

When you write your supporting statement:

• Look at the job description and person specification.
• Tell us how your skills and experience match the role.
• Give examples if you can.

Applications for this job are sought from anyone who is suitably qualified and experienced for the role but particularly welcome from autistic people.

The National Autistic Society is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and adults who use our services and as such expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to complete the relevant safeguarding checks.

We are an equal opportunities employer and part of the Disability Confident Employer scheme.

Please click to view the safeguarding policy and please click to view the policy and procedure for employment of ex-offenders.

Important Information

Agencies need not apply.

Please note the National Autistic Society are unable to provide sponsorship for Visas.