Full job descriptionAutism Support Worker
Start: ASAP
Location: Stockton-on-Tees
Pay: £95-£105 per day
Hours: Full-time opportunities available following a successful trial
Do you have a caring, patient and nurturing approach and want to make a genuine difference to children and young people with additional needs?
Veritas Education is recruiting Autism Support Workers for a specialist school in Stockton-on-Tees supporting autistic and neurodivergent pupils. The school provides a highly personalised, nurturing environment, with a curriculum focused not only on education but also communication, sensory development, independence, wellbeing and preparation for adulthood.
The role
You’ll work alongside experienced school staff to:
*Support pupils with their individual learning and development
*Build positive, trusting relationships
*Encourage communication, confidence and independence
*Help pupils regulate their emotions and engage successfully with learning
*Provide calm, compassionate and consistent support
*Work with pupils across a range of needs and abilities
Who we’re looking for
School experience is beneficial, but not essential. We’d particularly like to hear from people with experience in:
*Autism or SEND support
*Youth work or children’s services
*Care or support work
*Mental health
*Residential childcare
*Sports coaching or mentoring
Experience working with children or young people would be beneficial. Above all, we’re looking for caring, compassionate and nurturing people who genuinely want to support neurodivergent children.
An Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service is required, although Veritas can support suitable applicants with the DBS process.
Why register with Veritas Education?
*Competitive PAYE pay
*Free online training and CPD
*Support from an experienced education recruitment consultant
*Opportunity to trial within the school before committing
*Full-time roles may be offered to suitable applicants following a successful trial
Interested? Apply today or contact Ed Hyland at