Job Title: Autism Specialist Location: Scunthorpe Salary Range: £83.33 - £90.00 per day (Depending on experience) Start time: ASAP Contract: Full time Are you passionate about unlocking potential and transforming lives for individuals with Autism?
GSL Education Hull Branch are on the lookout for a compassionate and skilled Autism Specialist to join a dedicated and vibrant school in Scunthorpe.
About the role: As an Autism Specialist, your role will focus on supporting students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) in their educational and social development.
You will collaborate closely with educators and support staff to provide personalised, effective strategies tailored to each student's unique needs, fostering an inclusive and supportive learning environment.
Responsibilities of the Autism Specialist: Specialised Support : Provide targeted assistance to students with Autism, adapting learning materials and strategies to meet their individual needs.
Progress Monitoring : Track the progress of students, offering feedback to teachers and parents to ensure that they are reaching key developmental milestones.
Emotional Support : Create a safe, structured, and nurturing environment, offering emotional guidance to help students manage their anxieties and sensory sensitivities.
Communication : Maintain strong lines of communication with teachers, parents, and professionals involved in each student's education, ensuring a holistic approach to their development.
Promoting Inclusion : Encourage a sense of belonging for students with Autism, promoting social integration and inclusivity within the school community.
Requirements of the Autism Specialist: Previous experience working with individuals with Autism or in a similar role (SEN/ABA experience preferred).
Strong understanding of Autism Spectrum Disorder and associated behavioural strategies.
Excellent communication skills and ability to build rapport with students, parents, and staff.
Patience, empathy, and a genuine passion for supporting neurodiverse individuals.
Relevant certifications or training in Autism support is an advantage.
Have an updated CV and an enhanced DBS registered to the update service (or be willing to apply for one).
As part of our team in Scunthorpe, you will be empowering students with autism to thrive, fostering breakthroughs and milestones each day.
This role offers more than experience; it's a chance to create meaningful, lasting impacts in young lives.
What We Offer: A supportive and friendly working environment.
Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
Access to training and resources to enhance your skills.
A chance to make a meaningful impact on the lives of children.
If you are an enthusiastic and compassionate ' Autism Specialist' ready to inspire and support students in their learning journey, we encourage you to apply and join our client school in Scunthorpe!
Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks including an enhanced DBS on the update service.
GSL offers equal opportunities to applicants from all members of the community.
As an ethical, inclusive, and independent recruitment agency GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools throughout Hull.
For more information or to register your interest in the 'Autism Specialist' role, or to be considered, please click 'apply now' to submit your full and up-to-date CV, and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch.