ASD Assistant - Maidenhead
Are you a Psychology graduate eager to gain practical experience supporting young people with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and additional needs?
A specialist school in Maidenhead is seeking a dedicated, patient, and compassionate ASD Assistant to join their team. This role is ideal for aspiring Educational Psychologists, Clinical Psychologists, Therapists, SEN professionals, or Teachers.
As an ASD Assistant, you will:
- Provide 1:1 and small-group support tailored to the individual needs of students with ASD.
- Support students with their communication, emotional regulation, social development, and learning.
- Help students build confidence, independence, and positive relationships.
- Work closely with teachers and other professionals to create a calm, structured, and supportive learning environment.
- Observe and monitor students' progress, wellbeing, behaviour, and engagement throughout the school day.
We're looking for an ASD Assistant who is:
- Compassionate, patient, and enthusiastic about supporting young people with ASD.
- A confident communicator with a genuine interest in autism and special educational needs.
- Interested in gaining practical experience before pursuing a career in psychology, education, therapy, or other related fields.
- Able to build strong, positive relationships with students and colleagues.
- Calm, adaptable, and able to respond positively to different individual needs and behaviours.
Job Details
- Location: Maidenhead
- Setting: Specialist/SEN School
- Start Date: ASAP
- Pay: £93-£110 per day
- Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am-3:30pm
- Contract: Full-time
Apply today and begin your journey as an ASD Assistant!
Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy.
