Autism Specialist - Leicester

Location: Leicester Position: Autism Specialist Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM Salary: £95 - £105 per day Start Date: ASAP Recruitment Agency: Aspire People

Aspire People are currently partnering with a well-regarded school in Leicester to recruit a dedicated Autism Specialist to join their team. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced professional with a passion for supporting children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) in an inclusive and nurturing school environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide 1:1 support to students with Autism, helping them to engage with the curriculum and manage any challenges they may face.

Support small group interventions to enhance social communication, emotional regulation, and cognitive development for children with autism.

Work closely with teachers and SEN staff to implement individualised learning plans tailored to each child's unique needs.

Provide guidance to staff and assist in the development of effective autism-friendly strategies and resources within the classroom.

Foster a supportive, structured, and calm environment that encourages learning and independence.

Track and monitor progress, reporting on the development of each child, and ensuring interventions are effective.

Essential Qualifications and Skills:

A strong background in supporting children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), ideally within an educational setting.

Experience with behavioural interventions (e.g., ABA, TEACCH) and other autism-specific strategies.

Ability to build strong, trusting relationships with students and staff, using clear communication and a patient approach.

Knowledge of the SEND code of practice and an understanding of how to adapt learning environments for students with autism.

Ability to commit to working 5 days a week and contribute to the positive, inclusive culture of the school.

Why Aspire People?

At Aspire People, we are committed to providing high-quality education professionals to schools across the region. Our partnership with this Leicester-based school offers a supportive environment where you can make a real difference to the lives of children with Autism.

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