Autism Support Worker - Blackpool

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Job Advertisement: Autism Support Worker – Chorley SEN School

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people with autism? Do you have the patience, empathy, and dedication to support children and young adults in a specialist educational setting? If so, we’d love to hear from you!

Position: Autism Support Worker
Location: Chorley SEN School, Chorley
Contract: Temporary, rolling 12-week contract (termly renewal)

Hours: Full-time

About the Role:

As an Autism Support Worker, you will be an integral part of our SEN school community in Chorley, dedicated to supporting students with autism in a safe, nurturing, and structured environment. Working closely with teachers and specialists, you will provide one-on-one and group support to help students achieve their educational goals, develop social skills, and build confidence.

This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a caring and inclusive environment and is committed to empowering students with additional needs.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide tailored support to students with autism, adapting to individual needs.
  • Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists, and other staff to create an inclusive learning experience.
  • Assist with the development of communication, social, and independence skills.

Ideal Candidate:

  • Previous experience working with children or young adults with autism or SEN is preferred.
  • Patient, empathetic, and passionate about supporting young people’s development.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Flexible and adaptable, able to respond to the dynamic needs of the school environment.
  • Understanding of autism and knowledge of relevant support strategies is an advantage.

Benefits:

  • Rewarding work where you can make a meaningful impact.
  • Supportive team environment with opportunities for professional growth.
  • Ongoing training and development.

If you are ready to inspire, support, and make a positive difference in the lives of our students, please apply now!

Apply Today!

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.

We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.

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