Youth Inclusion Support Assistant

Youth Inclusion Support Assistant Location: East Finchley, Barnet A welcoming Primary School in East Finchley is seeking a confident and proactive Youth Inclusion Support Assistant to work on a 1:1 basis with a Year 1 pupil with Autism (ASD). This is a highly rewarding role suited to someone who is calm, resilient, and able to build a strong, consistent relationship with a young child requiring structure, encouragement, and daily support. Who We're Looking For We welcome applicants from backgrounds such as: Youth Work Behaviour Mentoring Sports Coaching Support Work / Care Work Teaching Assistants / Learning Support Assistants Psychology or Education graduatesYou will likely be someone who: Is confident, patient, and emotionally aware Can act as a strong, positive role model Is comfortable supporting behaviour and emotional regulation Has good energy and can engage pupils through structured, active support Is reliable, consistent, and committedRole Overview 1:1 support for a Year 1 pupil with Autism (ASD) Supporting learning, behaviour, and emotional development Full-time, long-term role Working hours: 8:30am - 3:30pm Immediate start or September start availableKey Responsibilities Supporting the pupil to stay engaged and focused throughout the school day Assisting with emotional regulation and positive behaviour strategies Encouraging independence and confidence in learning Using structured routines to support consistency and progress Working closely with the class teacher and SENCO Supporting learning both inside and outside the classroomRequirements Minimum 6 months' experience working with children or young people Experience or strong interest in SEN (particularly Autism/ASD) Strong communication and interpersonal skills DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply) Able to commit to a full-time roleWhat We Offer Competitive daily rates Long-term, stable opportunity within a supportive school Ongoing support from your consultant Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on a child's development