Autism Support Mentor - Mainstream School

Recruitment Agency: Aspire People
Location: Hinckley
Pay Rate: -105 per day
Working Pattern: Monday - Friday (5 days per week)

Aspire People have partnered with a mainstream school in Hinckley and are currently recruiting for a dedicated and compassionate Autism Support Mentor to join their team.

Are you passionate about supporting children and young people with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)? Do you have previous experience working with autistic pupils and supporting their individual needs?

We are looking for someone who is patient, understanding and committed to helping pupils overcome barriers to learning, develop their confidence and reach their full potential within a mainstream classroom environment.

The Role

Provide 1:1 support to pupils with autism within a mainstream school setting.

Support pupils with communication, social interaction and emotional regulation.

Help pupils manage sensory needs and transitions throughout the school day.

Adapt learning activities to support individual needs.

Implement individual support plans and behaviour management strategies.

Encourage independence, confidence and positive social interactions.

Work closely with teachers and other support staff to ensure pupils receive the best possible support.

The Ideal Candidate

Previous experience working with children or young people with autism is essential.

Experience working within a school or educational setting.

A good understanding of autism, sensory needs and communication differences.

Patient, empathetic, calm and resilient.

Confident supporting pupils who may experience emotional or behavioural difficulties.

Able to build positive and trusting relationships with pupils.

Available to work 5 days per week, Monday to Friday.

Must hold a valid Enhanced DBS or be willing to apply for one.

What Aspire People Offer

-105 per day.

Full-time, Monday to Friday opportunity.

Opportunity to work within a supportive mainstream school.

Dedicated support from your Aspire People consultant.

A rewarding role where you can make a genuine difference to a young person''s education and development.

Interested?

If you have experience supporting children or young people with autism and are looking for your next opportunity, we would love to hear from you.

To find out more or apply, please send your CV to:

Matt - Aspire People
Email:

We look forward to hearing from you!

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.