Specialist Autism Support Officer
Bridgend CF32
Pay: £12.90 per hour or £83.85 per day
We are working closely with a school in Bridgend that supports pupils aged 7 to 19 years old with complex Behavioural, Emotional and Social Difficulties (BESD), including Autism and specific learning difficulties. The role can be both full and part-time due to varying pupil support needs, so hours can be flexible. We require full reliability from the ideal candidate, as changes in schedule can be detrimental to pupils’ development.
Experience with autism, whether personal or professional, is required. A positive attitude and the ability to build rapport with both pupils and staff are vital. Additional training courses such as manual handling and first aid are advantageous and may open doors for new opportunities within the school. Throughout the vetting process, we require candidates to be timely and have the correct documents ready to ensure efficient onboarding.
Responsibilities:
* Ensure pupils engage in all sessions.
* Assist in personal care tasks as needed.
* Plan and implement appropriate techniques to manage challenging behaviour in pupils.
* Participate in relevant training and courses as required.
Requirements and Qualifications:
* Enhanced DBS and registration with the EWC (Education Workforce Council).
* Understanding of the developmental needs of children, particularly those with disabilities or challenging behaviour.
Please apply below, and I will be in contact within 48 hours.
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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position, with the option to make this role permanent at a later date.
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