What skills and experience we're looking for
You will have previous experience in a supportive or caring role (paid or voluntary), with a relevant qualification or equivalent experience. You will be a great communicator who is adept at building effective relationships. But above all, you will have an enthusiasm for helping people with autism to thrive.
This is more than a job – it’s an opportunity to transform lives, support growth, and be a part of an innovative approach to education.
If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact, apply today and join our mission to empower students with autism to achieve their potential.
Be the difference. Build brighter futures at Church Lawton School.
What the school offers its staff
At Church Lawton, we provide an exceptional environment for both students and staff, including:
• Specialist Induction Programme and Autism-Specific Training: Gain the skills and confidence to support our students effectively.
• Fantastic Facilities: Work in a school designed to inspire, including a brand-new Purpose-Built Quality of Life Hub and Quiet Working Spaces tailored to meet the needs of our staff and students.
• A Supportive and Inclusive Environment: Be part of a team that values your contributions and invests in your development.
Further details about the role
We have a number of positions available working 37 hours a week for 45.8 weeks of the year, however, consideration will also be given to applicants wishing to work on a part time basis. Please state clearly in your application if you are applying on a full time or part time basis and if part time, how many hours you are available - the salary is reduced pro rata to reflect the nature of the role as principally term-time-only.
We offer a competitive salary and pension, as well as a range of benefits and a focus on staff well-being. More importantly, we offer the opportunity to play a part in highly rewarding work, as part of an ambitious and supportive team.
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.