Autism Support Worker

Job Advertisement: Autism Support Worker (Temporary to Permanent)

Are you passionate about supporting young people and ready to make a meaningful career change? Join our team as an Autism Support Worker, where you’ll play a vital role in supporting students with autism in an educational setting.

Position: Autism Support Worker
Contract: Temporary to Permanent (covering a permanent staffing gap)
Location: Chorley, Lancashire
Start Date: January 2025
Hours: Full-Time, term-time only

About the Role

In this rewarding role, you’ll provide essential one-on-one and group support for students with autism, helping them navigate school life and develop crucial social and life skills. Your background in support work, youth work, or similar fields will be invaluable in guiding these students, creating a safe, positive learning environment, and promoting their emotional and social development.

Key Responsibilities

• Providing tailored support to students with autism within the classroom and in small group settings.
• Collaborating with teachers and staff to develop individualized support plans.
• Helping students build social, communication, and coping skills.
• Acting as a positive role model and fostering a safe, inclusive environment.

About You

We’re seeking compassionate, patient, and resourceful individuals with a background in support work or youth work, looking to transition into education. No previous experience in schools is required—just a commitment to making a difference and a strong desire to work in an educational setting.

Why Join Us?

This is a fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a school environment, with the potential for a permanent role. You’ll receive training and ongoing support, making this an ideal opportunity to build a meaningful career in education.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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