Autism Support Specialist

Autism Support Specialist – Outstanding Camden Primary School

An Outstanding Primary school in Camden, just moments from King’s Cross Station, is looking to appoint a talented Autism Support Specialist from September. This full-time role offers the opportunity to work closely with children in Early Years and Key Stage 1, providing tailored support that helps them access learning, develop communication skills, and build confidence in the classroom. The school has an established reputation for inclusive practice and places significant emphasis on ensuring every child receives the support they need to flourish academically and socially. With excellent facilities, experienced leadership and a highly collaborative SEND team, this is an opportunity to join a school where specialist support is genuinely valued. The successful Autism Support Specialist will play a key role in delivering interventions and supporting children with autism across a range of curriculum areas, including phonics, literacy and numeracy.

The school offers a structured and well-resourced environment where support staff are given the tools and guidance needed to excel. As an Autism Support Specialist, you will work alongside experienced teachers, SEND professionals and therapists, gaining valuable insight into effective autism provision within a mainstream setting. Staff benefit from regular training, specialist coaching and opportunities to develop expertise in communication strategies, sensory regulation and early intervention approaches. For graduates considering careers in educational psychology, speech and language therapy, teaching or SEND leadership, this role provides exceptional hands-on experience within an Outstanding school.

Key Highlights:

• Autism Support Specialist – full-time role starting September

• Daily rate up to £120 per day depending on experience

• Outstanding Primary school in Camden

• Located within walking distance of King’s Cross Station

• Long-term position for the full academic year

• Supporting children with autism across Early Years and KS1

• Extensive SEND resources and specialist intervention programmes

• Opportunity to work alongside experienced therapists and inclusion professionals

What You'll Be Doing:

• Delivering targeted phonics interventions for children with autism in Early Years and KS1

• Supporting pupils on a 1:1 basis during lessons and structured learning activities

• Implementing personalised strategies that improve engagement and communication

• Facilitating small-group interventions across literacy, numeracy and wider curriculum areas

• Monitoring progress and contributing to individual support plans

• Encouraging independence, confidence and positive social interaction throughout the school day

Ideal Candidate for this Camden School:

• Experienced Autism Support Specialist with proven autism support experience

• Holds a Psychology degree or relevant child development qualification (desirable)

• Demonstrates a strong understanding of autism and associated communication needs

• Understands effective phonics delivery and early intervention approaches

• Builds positive relationships with young children, staff and families

• Committed to supporting pupils with consistency, patience and high expectations

Why Join this Camden School?

• Established reputation for outstanding inclusion and autism provision

• Dedicated SEND team working closely with external specialists and therapists

• Purpose-designed intervention spaces supporting sensory and communication needs

• Walking distance from King’s Cross with excellent transport connections across London

• Strong emphasis on staff training with regular specialist SEND development

• Happy, curious pupils who respond positively to personalised support and intervention

How to Apply:

If you are an experienced Autism Support Specialist seeking a rewarding role within an Outstanding Camden Primary school, applications are being reviewed immediately for a September start. Apply through this listing to be considered for interview.

This Autism Support Specialist position offers the chance to become part of a school where inclusion sits at the heart of everything it does. Working with young learners at such an important stage of their development makes this a particularly rewarding opportunity for someone looking to deepen their expertise in autism support