Overview
Our Autism Inclusion Team (AIT) is seeking to appoint a part-time Communication Support Worker – Trainer to deliver high quality autism awareness, acceptance and inclusion training across Staffordshire. You will work independently across a range of educational and community settings, from Early Years to Post 16, supporting schools, professionals and parents/carers to develop autism friendly practice. You will also contribute to the development of AIT’s social media and digital engagement to promote training and inclusion initiatives.
A full, current driving licence is essential due to travel across the county.
Responsibilities
- Deliver effective, high-quality autism awareness and inclusion training
- Provide advice and training on autism strategies, reasonable adjustments and their implementation in education, home and community settings
- Design and develop bespoke training packages to meet identified needs
- Work collaboratively with schools, families, and multi‑agency professionals to promote inclusive practice
- Provide advice and guidance to support the social and emotional needs of autistic children and young people
- Promote Autism Inclusion Team training offers to a range of audiences
- Build capacity across settings by delivering training to diverse groups
- Contribute to the development and maintenance of the team’s social media presence
- Undertake occasional in‑setting support work with pupils where required
The Ideal Candidate
- Level 3 (or equivalent) education and accredited Autism Awareness training
- GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths
- Experience supporting autistic children or young people in education or community settings
- Specialist, up‑to‑date knowledge of autism, inclusion approaches and SEND legislation
- Experience delivering training to a variety of stakeholders
- Confidence managing social media and digital engagement
- Excellent organisation, ICT skills and flexibility
Equal Opportunities
Staffordshire County Council is an equal opportunities organisation and Disability Confident employer. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and communities.
Safeguarding
This position is subject to a criminal record check from the Disclosure and Barring Service. If applicable you should disclose details of unspent and unfiltered spent reprimands, formal warnings, cautions and convictions in your application form.
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