Autism Support Assistant

Do you have the drive, passion and commitment to deliver outstanding support? This is an opportunity to join a dedicated team of staff at Thornhill Academy, part of Consilium Academies who are committed to providing the best possible education for our pupils. 

We are seeking to appoint a talented and committed individual to join our Learning Support Department here at Thornhill Academy. The role of the Autism Support Assistant will be to support students with autism on a 1:1 and small group basis The postholder will also work under the instruction/guidance of a teacher, to provide specific work/care/support programmes.  To enable access to learning for pupils and to assist the teacher in the management of pupils and the classroom. 

The successful candidate should be supportive of the ethos and values of the school and have the ability to encourage and motivate our students. We are looking for someone with a sense of humour, who understands the importance of developing a positive culture in our organisation and has high expectations of their pupils. The successful candidates will present the best possible example of professional standards to colleagues.  

To apply please download and complete the attached application form. Please note we do not accept CV’s. We ask that all completed application forms are sent to David Gilboy-Dodds at kim.weller1@consilium-at.com 

The closing date for applications is 8th January 2024 at 9am 

Interviews will take place on a date TBC