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About this job
Title: Behaviour and Autism Support Assistant
The Role
As a Behaviour and Autism Support Assistant, you will provide 1:1 and individualised support to pupils with Autism and behavioural needs, helping them access their education and navigate the school day successfully.
You will work both within the classroom and across the wider school environment, supporting pupils with their learning, communication, social development and emotional regulation.
You will play a key role in creating a safe, structured, engaging and inclusive learning environment, working closely with teachers, fellow support staff, the behaviour support team and senior leadership.
The ideal candidate will be calm under pressure, confident in responding to challenging behaviour and committed to understanding each learner's individual needs and triggers.
Key Responsibilities
Provide 1:1 support to pupils with Autism, behavioural needs and additional learning difficulties.
Support learners throughout their daily routines, classroom activities and wider school experiences.
Help pupils access the curriculum through individualised learning, differentiated activities and personalised timetables.
Promote positive behaviour, emotional regulation, communication and social development.
Manage and de-escalate challenging behaviour using calm, consistent and appropriate strategies.
Recognise individual triggers and implement suitable diversion and behaviour-support techniques.
Work collaboratively with teachers and classroom support staff to ensure learners receive consistent support.
Help maintain a safe, positive and inclusive environment for all pupils.
Record and report pupil progress, behaviour and development using the school's recording systems.
Provide personal care, hygiene support and assistance with medical needs where required and in accordance with individual care plans and training.
Follow safeguarding procedures and school policies at all times.
Attend relevant training, including safeguarding, Team Teach and other SEN-related professional development.
Requirements
Previous experience working with children or young people with Autism and/or behavioural needs desired.
Confidence managing challenging behaviour and supporting emotional regulation.
Knowledge of positive behaviour management and de-escalation strategies.
A patient, nurturing and consistent approach.
The ability to build positive, trusting relationships with learners.
Strong communication and teamwork skills.
A willingness to support personal care and medical needs where required.
A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
A willingness to undertake additional training and develop their SEN support skills.
Academic baseline of GCSE or Qualifications in English/Maths
Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check is mandatory. (We can help advise on this)
Why Choose Veritas Education:
For further information, please contact
Hannah Gartshore - hgartshore@veritas-education.com
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION
Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.
Disclaimer
'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'