Early Years ASD Specialist Base Teacher – (Little Hillbrook)
Hillbrook School, London, SW17 8SG4 days remaining to apply
Start date details
Required for September 2026
Closing date
15 June 2026 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
22 May 2026
Job details
Job role
- Teacher
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Early years
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Permanent
Pay scale
- MPS
Additional allowances
+ SEN Allowance £2,786
What skills and experience we're looking for
The role of Early Years ASD Specialist Base Teacher is a very exciting opportunity to be part of our provision for children with social and communication difficulties. Little Hillbrook is part of our school site, close to our Early Years base and part of our whole school community with close links to our Early year’s team.
You will need: -
- To have experience of working with children with SEN in a primary setting
- To have relevant experience of the Foundation Stage and experience of working with children with either ASD, significant communication difficulties or developmental delay in the acquisition of social skills
- To be able to communicate effectively with a range of professionals to ensure the best outcomes for the children and their families
- To be able to show initiative and adapt to challenges when necessary
- To have vision and the skills necessary to develop your leadership in Little Hillbrook alongside the Little Hillbrook base manager
- To be a flexible team player who has the ability to motivate, challenge and inspire others
- To be an excellent communicator and team player who can form positive and meaningful relationships with staff, children, governors, parents and the wider community
What the school offers its staff
Hillbrook Primary School is a very happy and successful learning community where everyone is welcomed and valued. We are a large 3 form entry school based in the heart of Tooting in South West London and very close to both Tooting Bec and Tooting Broadway Stations. Our school has a great reputation and we are proud to have strong links to our community.
Little Hillbrook caters for up to 22 FTE pupils aged 2 – 4 who have been identified as needing further support with social communication and language needs. The children attending Little Hillbrook will have a diagnosis or queried diagnosis of ASD/Communication disorder or be under assessment. Little Hillbrook also has a Specialist Base for 7 Reception aged children. This is to prepare children with the skills and abilities to continue to access a base setting or a mainstream alternative. We are proud of our inclusive ethos and commitment to meet the needs of all our pupils.
In return, we can offer you the opportunity to: -
- Be part of a forward thinking, vibrant and happy school community
- Work with a great staff who support and value each other (we have fun!)
- Work in a friendly, inclusive and supportive environment
- Have opportunities to develop and grow professionally
- Be part of a well -resourced, high quality provision that has been purpose built
- Be extremely well supported by the Little Hillbrook Base Manager, the Little Hillbrook staff team and the Senior Leadership Team who are visible and lead strongly by example
- Be genuinely encouraged to promote and develop a healthy work life balance for yourself and your team
- Work alongside an active and caring Governing Board
- Continue to develop strong links to external agencies and partners who have a commitment to achieving the best outcomes for children
Visits to the school are warmly welcomed – please contact the school office to arrange a suitable time.
Further information about the job
An information pack, including a Job Description and Person Specification can be downloaded below or from the Wandsworth Council website https://jobs.richmondandwandsworth.gov.uk/
Completed application should be returned to the school by email - recruitment@hillbrook.wandsworth.sch.uk
Closing & Shortlisting Date: 15 June 2026 (at noon)
Interview Date: 19 June 2026
Commitment to safeguarding
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.
CVs are not accepted.
Applying for the job
Apply for the job by following the link below.
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About Hillbrook School
- School type
- Local authority maintained school, ages 3 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary school
- School size
- 623 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 3 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Hillbrook School website
- Email address
- recruitment@hillbrook.wandsworth.sch.uk
Hillbrook is more than a primary school, it is a happy, successful learning community where everyone is welcomed and valued.
We are a large 3 form entry Outstanding Primary School with a fantastic reputation. We are at the heart of a diverse and vibrant multi-ethnic community located in Tooting South West London, very close to both Tooting Broadway and Tooting Bec Stations.
Arranging a visit to Hillbrook School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email recruitment@hillbrook.wandsworth.sch.uk.
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