ASc Specialist Support Worker
- Newcastle
- £89-103 per day
- Permanent
- Full-time
Location: Newcastle area
Salary: Competitive, depending on experience
Contract: Full-time / Part-time options available
Start Date: September 2025Are you passionate about supporting children and young people with Autism Spectrum Disorder in a specialist, nurturing environment? We are seeking dedicated and compassionate Support Workers to join a specialist provision that caters to pupils aged 3 to 19 with ASD.Role Responsibilities:Provide tailored support to children and young people with Autism Spectrum Disorder to help them engage with education and develop social and communication skillsWork closely with teaching staff and therapists to implement personalised support strategiesFoster a calm, safe, and inclusive environment that promotes independence and confidenceSupport behavioural management plans and help pupils navigate social challengesBuild positive relationships with pupils, families, and colleagues to promote wellbeing and progressAbout You:Experience or training in supporting individuals with ASD is preferred, but a willingness to learn is essentialPatient, empathetic, and understanding of the unique challenges faced by young people with autismAbility to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary teamExcellent communication skills and a proactive approachFlexible and reliable, with a genuine commitment to making a differenceWhy Join Us?Work within a specialist setting focused on supporting pupils with ASDAccess to professional development and training opportunitiesSupportive team environmentMake a meaningful impact in the lives of children and young peopleIf you’re committed to supporting young people with Autism Spectrum Disorder and want to be part of a caring and dynamic team, we’d love to hear from you.Apply now by sending your CV and a brief cover letter highlighting your suitability for the role.All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance 'Keeping Children Safe in Education', this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please see visit the Protocol Education website.