Wakefield - Autism in Schools Facilitator

**Wakefield - Autism in Schools Facilitator** Salary - £13,294.17 per year Location: West Yorkshire (Leeds, Bradford, Wakefield, Calderdale, Kirklees) Hours: 21 hours per week (flexibility in working hours can be discussed) **Salary**: Competitive, plus fuel expenses paid **The good stuff / benefits**: - Join a company that truly cares about your wellbeing - Enjoy an enviable annual leave package, starting at a generous 25 days and growing each year up to 30 days. - Option to buy an additional 5 days holiday. - Enjoy your entitlement to Bank Holidays. - We've got your back with Maternity and Paternity Pay. - Rest easy knowing you're covered with our Death in Service plan. - Invest in your pension plan with the option to top it up knowing that Kids is also contributing 3%. - Achieve work-life harmony with flexible hours tailored to your needs. - Unlock exclusive discounts at hundreds of online retailers through our employee benefits portal. - Spread the word and reap the rewards with our enticing "Recommend a Friend" scheme. - Access confidential support and expert guidance 24/7 through our Employee Assistance Programme, helping you navigate both personal and professional challenges. - Take care of yourself with Company Sick Pay which you are entitled to from your first day. - 5 days of paid family/carers leave. - Salary sacrifice schemes available - Develop your mentoring skills by either being a mentor or signing up for our mentoring programme. - Expand your horizons with Kids online learning platforms, offering a wealth of professional courses for your personal and career development. - Apprenticeship programmes available for employees - Benefit from a colleague engagement programme enabling your voice to be heard. - Lean on us during difficult times with Bereavement Leave. **About Us**: Kids is a leading charity dedicated to supporting children and young people with disabilities and their families. Our new project, Autism in Schools West Yorkshire, aims to make a significant difference in the lives of autistic children and young people by providing comprehensive support and training within school environments. **Role Overview**: **Key Responsibilities**: - Deliver training and workshops to school staff to enhance their ability to support autistic children and young people. - Provide direct support and interventions for autistic children and young people within school settings. - Implement and deliver workshops for children and young people, specific to the needs of each child or young person. - Collaborate with school staff and other professionals to ensure a holistic approach to support. - Monitor and evaluate the children and young people’s voice, feeding back to schools and adjusting strategies as needed. - Maintain accurate records and provide regular reports on the progress and outcomes of the project. - Stay up-to-date with best practices and developments in autism support and education. **Requirements**: - Valid driving licence (essential) with willingness to travel across West Yorkshire. - Significant experience working with autistic children and young people. - Strong knowledge of autism and effective support strategies. - Excellent training and presentation skills. - Ability to work independently and as part of a supportive team. - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. - Commitment to making a positive difference in the lives of children and young people. **What We Offer**: - Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of autistic children and young people. - Flexible working hours to promote work-life balance. - Supportive and collaborative team environment. - Ongoing professional development and training opportunities. - Fuel expenses. Closing Date: [14th July 24]