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Autism Practitioner

£24.68k per annum

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Job Title: Autism Practitioner
Location: Baston House School, Bromley, Kent, BR2 7AB
Hours: 37.5 per week | Monday–Friday | 8.30am - 4.30pm
Salary: £24,675.00 per annum (not pro rata)
Contract: Permanent | Term Time Only
Start: September 2026 

UK applicants only – no sponsorship available

About the Role

As an Autism Practitioner, you will support students to access and engage with their learning in a safe, structured, and stimulating environment. Working closely with teachers, tutors, and the wider multi-professional team, you will provide tailored support that promotes independence, social development, and emotional wellbeing.

You will also assist in planning, delivering, and adapting resources and interventions to meet individual needs.

Key Responsibilities

  • Support teachers and tutors in delivering high-quality, inclusive education for students with autism
  • Assist in the implementation of school policies, procedures, and individualised education plans
  • Provide targeted one-to-one and small group support to enable students to access the curriculum with increasing independence
  • Promote students’ physical, academic, social, and moral development
  • Organise and maintain engaging classroom environments, including resources and displays
  • Contribute to the preparation and upkeep of student documentation, such as Behaviour Support Plans (BSPs), Individual Education Plans (IEPs), Communication Profiles, Risk Assessments, and Pastoral Support Plans
  • Work collaboratively with staff to ensure student safety both on and off-site, in line with risk assessments
  • Contribute to the school’s ongoing development, improvement plans, and wider initiatives

About You

We’re looking for someone who:

  • GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths at minimum Level 4 (Grade C)
  • Has experience working with pupils with autism and/or challenging behaviour
  • Can work independently and as part of a team
  • Has strong communication skills, both verbal and written
  • Is adaptable, patient, and proactive, committed to helping pupils achieve their potential

About Us  

Baston House School is an independent day specialist school in Bromley, Kent, supporting children and young people aged 5–19 with Autism Spectrum Conditions (ASC) and associated needs. The school provides a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment where pupils are fully included in all aspects of school life. Our focus is on developing academic skills, social understanding, emotional wellbeing, and independence, enabling each pupil to achieve positive outcomes and prepare for their next steps. By fostering a strong sense of community and personalised learning, Baston House ensures every pupil is valued, supported, and empowered to reach their full potential.

For over 19 years, Options Autism has provided specialist care and education for children, young people, and adults with autism, complex needs, and learning difficulties. As part of Outcomes First Group, we are pioneering innovative, evidence-based approaches that deliver meaningful, measurable outcomes for everyone in our care.

We are really proud to say that in 2025 Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the sixth year running.

Why Join Us?

We place pupils and vulnerable young adults at the heart of everything we do, so every day brings the satisfaction of making a real difference. We are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS.

  • Life Assurance
  • Pension scheme with options to increase contributions
  • “Your Wellbeing Matters” – mental health support and physical health checks
  • Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista), including:
    • Health, wellbeing and insurance benefits
    • Hundreds of UK and international discounts
    • Cycle to Work Scheme & Electric Car Purchase Scheme
    • Critical illness cover
    • Family Growth Support, including enhanced maternity/paternity leave and paid fertility treatment support

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

Outcomes First Group is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Whilst we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, Outcomes First Group does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants as a result of delays or changes in the compliance process. All stages of the compliance process are subject to necessary safeguarding checks and compliance with statutory requirements, which may affect timescales .

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