ASC Support Assistant - Birkenhead

Location: Birkenhead (CH41)

Salary: £13.75 - £14.50 (per hour)

Hours: 8.30am to 3.30pm, Monday to Friday

We are currently partnered with a local School in the Birkenhead area that are looking for an experienced member of Support Staff to join them on a temporary basis, with the potential for this to become a permanent position for the suitable candidate.

The role itself will involve supporting several KS1 children with ASC and complex needs, including aspects of behavioural challenges.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide 1:1 and small group support to pupils with ASC and additional needs.
• Implement strategies to manage behaviour and encourage participation.
• Work collaboratively with teaching staff and SENCO to deliver personalised learning plans.
• Monitor progress and provide feedback to staff and parents.
• Foster a safe, supportive, and stimulating environment for all pupils.

Requirements:

• Previous experience supporting children with ASC and behavioural needs.
• A calm, patient, and empathetic approach.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• A genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs.
• Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to obtain one).

If you’re passionate about making a difference and have the experience to support children with complex needs, we’d love to hear from you.

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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.
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