Higher Level Teaching Assistant and Mentor

The ideal candidate will have:

• Good general education (GCSEs or equivalent).
• Experience working with children or young people in an education, youth work or care setting.
• Awareness of the needs of autistic children and young people, with an understanding of safeguarding and inclusion.
• Ability to build positive relationships and communicate effectively with children and young people.
• Patient, empathetic and adaptable, with strong organisational skills.
• Commitment to promoting wellbeing, independence and inclusion.
• Positive, flexible approach with willingness to undertake relevant training.

Desirable criteria

• Relevant qualification in mentoring, youth work, education, psychology, counselling or a related field.
• Experience supporting autistic children or young people with additional needs.
• Experience delivering one-to-one or small group interventions.
• Knowledge of emotional regulation, social skills and positive behaviour support strategies.
• Ability to engage students through creative or practical activities such as art, sport, cooking or outdoor learning.