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Learning Support Assistant at Doucecroft School

You will provide direct support to our students in their learning environment in both a group and individual setting. Taking an active role in a wide range of classroom and physical activities throughout the academic year; assisting and working closely with the Class Teacher and Teaching Assistant to contribute to lessons. Based at Doucecroft School, a converted estate in a beautiful setting near Colchester your main duties will include:
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Senior Support Worker - Female - E319

You will provide daily support to people who are within the autistic spectrum, supporting and encouraging service users to utilise activities and opportunities available to them through Autism Anglia’s service. You will be responsible for a team of Support Workers, working in partnership with the Team Leader in the day to day running of a residential service.
HR Advisor - Colchester E320

As part of our HR Business Partnering team, this role will be involved in a wide range of activities to support the delivery of a highly professional and effective service. Your primary focus will be as first point of contact for our school and services across Essex and Norfolk. You will work closely with our HR Assistant to provide a joined-up approach and will provide recruitment support along with general advice in addition to being involved in wider organisational engagement initiatives

Sensory Room
Personal Social Development

Support to gain the additional life skills necessary for those who live independently.
Music, Movement & Wellbeing

Our Music, Movement & Wellbeing Department was created from the merger of our former PE, PSD and Computers departments.
Art Gallery

A selection of some of the fabulous artwork created by the people who come to Jigsaw.
The Art & Textiles Studio

The Art & Textiles offers creative art activities using a variety of media which includes all types of paints, papier mache, clay and computer art as well as a wide range of textiles activities.
Horticulture

We currently cultivate two allotment plots close to one another on one site which is situated close to Jigsaw.
Social & Creative Studies

Social & Creative Studies was born from the closure of Jigsaw's Woodwork department.

Current Vacancies

Autism Anglia provides all staff with ongoing training and supervision, continuing professional development and support as well as an extensive induction on commencement of employment... Click here for current vacancies...
What is an Autism Alert Card?

Autism Anglia offers a credit card sized Autism Alert Card as a way of boosting confidence and giving peace of mind if encountering emergency situations... PLEASE NOTE that due to the current Covid-19 pandemic, there may be a delay in processing Autism Alert Card applications. Apply for an alert card...
Silly Sock Day 2020

We have postponed our official Silly Sock Day until 23rd October 2020 but you can still get creative at home and join in at any time by rocking your silliest socks to raise money for Autism Anglia! Get your fundraising pack...
Signs of Autism

Although every individual on the autism spectrum has different needs and displays different symptoms, there are signs that you can look out for if you think that you or someone you know might have autism... Find out more about autism...
Getting a Diagnosis

The pathways to getting an assessment for autism vary greatly between areas so this page will provide you with guidance on how the process may look when you start. Find out more about getting a diagnosis...
Autism Advice Service

The Autism Advice Service provides support, advice and guidance to individuals, families and professionals in relation to Welfare Rights. Learn more...
Norfolk

We are aware of the following support groups running in the Norfolk area. Please e-mail [email protected] if you are aware of a support group not listed below with details. Autism Anglia is not responsible for the content on any of these sites.
Current Staff Vacancies

Details of all current staff vacancies
Doucecroft School

Doucecroft School in Colchester is an autism-specific day and residential school for children aged 3-19 years. Learn more...
Suffolk

We are aware of the following support groups running in the Suffolk area. Please e-mail [email protected] if you are aware of a support group not listed below with details. Autism Anglia is not responsible for the content on any of these sites.

Autism Passport

Our new Autism Passport has been produced for autistic individuals and can be used in a variety of situations, e.g. court settings, police stations, Job Centres... Get Your Copy... Read more

Donate Now

Your donation to Autism Anglia will help us to continue improving the lives of people with autism in this region Read more

Sleep-in Room Upgrades

We want to upgrade the sleep-in rooms in our adult Residential and Supported Living Houses to provide a better experience for the staff on duty in the houses. Read more

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