Are you passionate about supporting children with additional needs and helping them build confidence, independence and essential life skills? Perhaps you are a graduate considering a career in psychology, education or therapy and want to gain valuable hands-on experience.

A specialist school in Swindon is seeking a compassionate and enthusiastic Autism Support Assistant to join its dedicated team. The successful candidate will work alongside experienced teachers and specialist staff to support children aged 5-16 with Autism, communication needs, sensory differences and a variety of additional learning requirements.

About the Role

As an Autism Support Assistant, you will provide individualised support to help children feel comfortable, engaged and confident within their learning environment.

Your responsibilities may include:

• Providing one-to-one and small-group support both inside and outside the classroom.
• Helping children access lessons and participate in a range of educational activities.
• Supporting communication and encouraging children to express their needs, feelings and ideas.
• Helping children develop social skills and positive relationships with those around them.
• Providing reassurance and support when children experience emotional or sensory difficulties.
• Encouraging greater independence through practical activities and everyday routines.
• Supporting the development of confidence, resilience and essential life skills.
• Following individual support plans and agreed strategies to meet each child's specific needs.
• Working closely with teachers, therapists and SEN professionals to promote children's progress.
• Creating a calm, inclusive and encouraging environment where every child is supported to succeed.

About You

You do not necessarily need previous specialist school experience. We are looking for someone who is patient, caring, adaptable and enthusiastic about working with children with Autism and additional needs.

The ability to build trusting relationships is essential. You should be comfortable taking a calm and consistent approach, recognising that every child will have their own communication style, personality, strengths and challenges.

This position is particularly suitable for graduates and aspiring professionals looking to explore careers in:

• Educational Psychology
• Clinical Psychology
• Occupational Therapy
• Speech and Language Therapy
• Teaching
• Counselling
• Special Educational Needs (SEN)
• Child Development and Support

The role provides an excellent opportunity to develop practical knowledge of Autism, sensory needs, communication strategies, behaviour support and specialist education.

Why Apply?

• £85-£110 per day, depending on experience.
• Gain direct experience supporting children with Autism and additional needs.
• Develop practical skills in communication, emotional support and behaviour management.
• Learn from experienced teachers, therapists and SEN professionals.
• Gain an insight into specialist education and individualised support.
• Build valuable experience for future careers within psychology, therapy, education and children's support services.
• Make a genuine difference to children's confidence, development and educational experience.

If you are compassionate, motivated and eager to support children with Autism, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today for this Autism Support Assistant opportunity in Swindon and start building valuable experience within specialist education.

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy.