Overview
Autism Support Worker – Hedge End | ASAP Start
* Location: Hedge End
* School Type: Special Educational Needs (SEN) School
* Salary Scale: £82.80 to £100 per day
* Start Date: ASAP
* Job Type: Full-time, Term-time only
Responsibilities
* To support students who struggle with their class work
* Facilitate a fun and friendly learning environment
* To provide support to the class teacher
* To help the class teacher prepare lesson materials and classroom boards
* To keep the classroom a tidy and presentable environment
* To encourage children to do their best
* Help manage classroom behaviour
* Listen to the children read and practice their phonics
Requirements / Qualifications
* Experience working with children with special educational needs, particularly those with autism or social and emotional needs (preferred, not essential)
* Experience working with SEN (in school, care, or voluntary settings) preferred, not essential
* Knowledge of and experience with behaviour management strategies
* Ability to work effectively as part of a team and communicate effectively with parents and other professionals
* A patient and nurturing approach to working with children
* Ability to adapt and be flexible in a fast-paced and changing environment
* Commitment to ongoing professional development in SEN practices and strategies
* Right to work in the UK
* Up-to-date CV with two relevant references from within the last 2 years
* DBS registered to the update service or willingness to apply for one with GSL Education
About GSL Education
Here at GSL Education, we offer competitive pay rates, bespoke service and dedicated consultants who will support you in securing your new role. We have helped hundreds of candidates gain relevant experience and training required to become Specialist Support Staff, Newly Qualified Teachers, Fully Qualified Teachers, Education Psychologists and senior leadership appointments.
Safeguarding
Please be advised that this Autism Support Worker role requires strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection, and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS on the update service.
Application
For more information about this position, please visit our website or contact the relevant branch. To apply, please use the application link or visit www.gsleducation.com to apply online.
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