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ONE TO ONE LEARNING SUPPORT ASSISTANT
SPECIALISING IN AUTISM (TEMPORARY POSITION)

Term Time
 Monday to Friday 9.00am-12.00pm

Dear Prospective Applicant,

We are looking for a suitably qualified One to One Learning Support Assistant Specializing in Autism
to work with a child in Year 1 who has Autism and Developmental Coordination Disorder.

This rewarding role involves providing dedicated support to an individual pupil, helping them to thrive
both academically and socially within our school community.

The successful candidate will be patient, empathetic and highly supportive, with the ability to build
positive relationships and adapt to the pupil’s individual needs. You will work closely with teaching
staff to deliver personalised learning, encourage independence and contribute to the overall wellbeing
of the child.

Amesbury  is  a  vibrant  co-educational  preparatory  school  set  in  the  beautiful  countryside  near
Hindhead, Surrey. We cater for approximately 330 children aged from 9 months to 13 years. Our ethos
is built on excellence, inclusivity and a strong sense of community, with staff embracing a ‘work hard,
play hard’ approach.

If you are  caring, committed and passionate  about  helping children achieve  their full potential, we
warmly invite you to apply.

Application forms can be found at Careers – Amesbury School.
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School Aims

Our primary aim at Amesbury Prep School is to ensure that every child enjoys a fulfilling and enriching
educational journey. We strive to create an environment where each student feels valued, supported
and empowered to reach their full potential. Specifically, our goals include:

1.  Equipping  every  child  with  the  skills,  aptitudes  and  resilience  necessary  for  success  in  senior

school and beyond.

2.  Cultivating a caring community that promotes commitment, courtesy, cooperation, tolerance and

compassion.

3.  Fostering strong partnerships between home and school to enhance the educational experience.
4.  Setting a high standard of achievement and innovation, while nurturing personal development

among staff.

5.  Fulfilling our social and environmental responsibilities to society.

The Role

This is an exciting opportunity to join Amesbury as a One to One Learning Support Assistant
Specializing in Autism. The successful candidate will provide dedicated support to an individual pupil,
helping them to access learning, develop confidence, and make excellent progress both academically
and socially. This role requires patience, strong communication skills, and the ability to work
collaboratively with teaching staff in a busy and supportive school environment.

Job Specification

•  Have the  self-confidence, style, and communication skills to represent the  school effectively to

both parents and staff.

•  Supporting the child in the classroom for all Literacy and Numeracy lessons and to provide

appropriate language support, which will be planned by the class teacher at the pupil’s current
level

•  Support the child with therapy targets throughout the school week
•  Support the child with occupational therapy targets set by the occupational therapist throughout

the school week (if advised)

•  To attend termly review meetings with parents, along with private therapists
•  To be a good communicator and work with the child’s class teacher, the Head of Key Stage one

and the Head of SEND

•  To keep the child’s parents informed each week, regarding the child’s academic and pastoral

support

•  To support the class teacher by preparing appropriate resources to be used with the child during

lessons

•  To  have  a  strong  commitment  to  safeguarding  the  pupil  (and  others),  and  work  with  the

school’s values and ethos in mind

•  To be accommodating and flexible in a changing environment, and to attend school trips

with the child

•  To comply with all Health and Safety Policies.

Qualifications

To be able to provide Literacy and Numeracy Support

Level 3 Helen Arkell preferred but not essential

Experience with Speech and Language therapy and Occupational Therapy Support is essential

Experience with supporting children with Autism

Safeguarding Commitment
Amesbury Prep School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young
people. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment and will be subject to enhanced
DBS checks.

If you have any questions or would like to discuss the role further, please don’t hesitate to get in touch
recruitment@amesburyschool.co.uk