Location
Grays, Thurrock
Industry sector
Education
Job type
Contract | Full Time
Job start date
26/01/2026
Posted date
15/01/2026
Closing date
05/02/2026
Experienced Autism Support Worker- Grays, Thurrock
Education and training
Do you have a passion for working with young people with SEN/SEMH & the qualifications to do so?
Would you like to join the team of an inclusive mainstream school, which has pupils that struggle with a range of needs?
Are you committed and dedicated to making a direct positive impact on these student's lives?
If this sounds like you, please apply today!
** Grays, Thurrock
** Education and training
** Experienced Autism Support Worker
** Immediate start
** Long-term until at least July 2026
** A permanent contract may be offered to the suitable candidate
** Ample career progression opportunities
** Fantastic facilities for immersive, practical & creative learning
** £88- £100 per day
Academics are working closely with the Head Teacher of a diverse and inclusive school in the heart of Grays, who is urgently seeking a number of experienced Autism Support Workers to work closely with SEN children who have or are in the process getting EHCPs.
The needs of these children tend to be quite high, so the ideal candidate should have over 6 month's experience with SEN in a similar setting. Here at Academics, we offer FREE CPD courses to help you best support the child/children you are working with. The school also offers ample training and support.
At this Grays school, inclusivity is at the heart of everything they do. The staff work hard and put the children first in everything they do. Teamwork is encouraged and SLT work hard to create a culture of kindness, support and dedication amongst all staff.
About you:
* An outstanding, experienced Autism Support worker
* Compassionate, caring and dedicated
* Committed to the inclusive learning of all young people with a trauma perceptive approach to supporting pupils
* A team player, who can contribute to and work as part of a team
Experienced Autism Support Worker - Grays, Essex
Experienced Autism Support Worker - Education and training