Job Description
Summary:
Early Years Practitioner job opportunity with a school committed to autism education and wellbeing.
About the School:
A school dedicated to supporting autistic children and young people aged 4–19, with a strong focus on individual needs, family partnership, and holistic development. The school fosters a culture of care, inclusion, and respect, ensuring every child is valued and empowered to reach their full potential.
The Opportunity:
As an Early Years Practitioner, you will play a vital role in supporting the development and learning of young children in a nurturing and inclusive environment. You will work closely with teachers to deliver engaging activities tailored to individual needs, while promoting emotional and social growth. This is an opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of young people with autism.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support the teacher in planning, organising, and delivering engaging learning activities tailored to all pupils’ needs.
- Maintain a purposeful, well-organised, and supportive learning environment that encourages independence and engagement.
- Promote inclusion and ensure equal access to learning and development opportunities.
- Supervise and deliver pre-prepared activities during short-term teacher absence.
- Foster positive relationships, supporting pupils’ emotional and social development.
- Take responsibility for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all pupils.
Qualifications & Skills:
Required
- Level 3 qualification in Childcare and Education or equivalent.
- Experience working with children with autism or additional needs is highly desirable.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills with pupils, parents, and colleagues.
- Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
Preferred
- Confidence in working independently and collaboratively within a team.
- Creativity and enthusiasm in delivering engaging learning experiences.
Compensation & Benefits:
- Competitive salary and full-time pay for 37.5 hours per week.
- Access to a wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits.
- Flexible benefits platform offering discounts, cycle to work schemes, and family growth support.