Learning Support Assistant – Specialising in Pathological Demand Avoidance
Location: MaidenheadJob Type: Full-time / Part-time (Temporary and Permanent Options Available)Salary: Starting from £95 per day
Are you passionate about supporting children with Autism and Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA)?
Milk Education is offering an exciting opportunity for individuals to work as Learning Support Assistants (LSAs) in a specialist school in Maidenhead. This school caters to children with Autism and profound multiple learning difficulties, with a specific focus on students who exhibit Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA).
About the Role:As an LSA, you’ll play a vital role in supporting children with PDA, Autism, and complex needs. PDA is a unique and challenging profile within Autism, characterised by an extreme avoidance of everyday demands and expectations. Working closely with students, you will help them navigate their world through tailored support, creative strategies, and collaborative approaches.
The school provides a nurturing environment, offering personal care and access to a range of therapies, including Speech and Language Therapy, Occupational Therapy, and Sensory Integration. This is an ideal role for anyone aspiring to build a career in:
1. Clinical Psychology
2. Speech and Language Ther...