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Cambridgeshire Community Services NHS Trust

ASD SEND Advisory Teacher

The closing date is 31 August 2025

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Job summary

Autism Spectrum Disorder Advisory Teacher for Children and Young People (ASD) - Band 6Part-Time - 30 Hours per Week

We have an exciting opportunity in Bedfordshire and Luton for a Specialist ASD Teacher or ASD Practitioner to join our Early Intervention Team.The Early Intervention Team, part of the Community Paediatric Service, provides support and advice to young people, their families, and education professionals while they await assessment.This position offers proactive, needs-led support to school-aged children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) who live in Bedfordshire and Luton and have been referred for investigations into social communication difficulties.The post holder will have autonomy to manage their own caseload and work closely with schools and service partners to provide advice, identify needs, and plan interventions that support children and young people's communication, social skills, learning, and development.We are seeking someone with experience and a passion for working in the community as part of a multidisciplinary team. The ideal candidate will take a lead role in providing early, collaborative support for children on the ASD/SEND diagnostic pathway, helping them reach their full potential. The successful applicant will be a qualified teacher with a strong interest in ASD and SEND.

Main duties of the job

This position forms part of a needs-led support offer for school-aged children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) who live in Bedfordshire and Luton. These children have been referred to either Cambridgeshire Community Services NHS Trust (CCSNHST) - Bedfordshire & Luton Community Paediatric Service - or East London Foundation Trust (ELFT) Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service (CAMHS), and are currently on the Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) diagnostic pathway.The post holder will act as the key contact within the Trusts for children referred to these services who are awaiting commencement of the ASD/SEND clinical pathway. This role provides autonomy to manage caseloads and make decisions in line with policy and procedure.

About us

Rated 'Outstanding' by the Care Quality Commission, we are proud to provide high quality innovative services across most of the east of England that enable people to receive care closer to home and live healthier lives.

There's one reason why our services are outstanding - and that's our amazing staff who, for the seventh year running, rated us incredibly highly in the national staff survey.

If you share our passion for innovative and high-quality care delivery, then please submit your application and join us on our exciting journey as a leading-edge specialist community provider. All are welcome to apply and our promise to you is a culture which prioritises staff engagement and development.

Details

Date posted

20 August 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£38,682 to £46,580 a year per annum pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

448-BCHS-7419370

Job locations

Child Development Centre Kempston

Hill Rise

Kempston

MK427EB


Job description

Job responsibilities

Provide information and advice on the nature and management of autism spectrum condition in mainstream schools in relation to children on the ND diagnostic pathway

The post holder will be available for key informal and formal case discussions with clinicians, as well as ensuring community interventions are embedded early within settings

Advising on interventions and strategies that may have been implemented by school/ early years setting to support the child/ young person and work in collaboration to monitor progress and any adjustments needed.

Observe children & young people within the school/ early years environment (as required) to gain further information and insight of the childs challenges.

Identify and plan interventions for children with autism spectrum conditions to be delivered by Family Support Worker- SEND and other colleagues. Monitoring progress and making necessary adjustments to meet needs of child/ young person.

Write reports and organise interventions to impact upon pupils progress with communication and social skills; advising schools on the appropriate use of specialist resources suitable for pupils with autism.

Work in collaboration with system partners to plan, organise training and information for a range of audiences, including schools and parents, on the nature of difficulties associated with Autism.

Liaise with the voluntary sector and support initiatives in local mainstream settings.

Person Specification

SafeguardingEssentialAbility to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adultsDemonstrates understanding of safeguarding issuesAppreciates the significance of safeguarding and interprets this accurately for all individual children and young people/vulnerable adults whatever their life circumstances.

Qualifications and TrainingEssentialRecognised Qualified Teacher Status ( QTS) Teacher Status awarded by Teaching Regulatory Authority ( RTA)Evidence of attendance on courses relevant to the education of children with SEN and autism.Graduate diploma or degree level

DesirableADOS/ BOSA/ 3DI training & assessments, SENDCo experience/qualification

ExperienceEssentialSubstantial experience as a qualified teacherSubstantial experience of working with children with autistic spectrum disordersSkills / experience of supporting ASD/SENDExperience of working in a culturally diverse area

Skills and KnowledgeEssentialAbility to assess the needs of pupils where there is potential autism spectrum conditions being investigated and draw up programmes to address their needs and facilitate progressAbility to maintain clear and accurate records and compile written reports.Able to communicate sensitively and persuasively with teachers, parents and other professionals; and to work collaboratively with them to meet the needs of children with autism and SEND needs.

Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of SponsorshipApplications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK RegistrationApplicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Job description

Job responsibilities

Provide information and advice on the nature and management of autism spectrum condition in mainstream schools in relation to children on the ND diagnostic pathway

The post holder will be available for key informal and formal case discussions with clinicians, as well as ensuring community interventions are embedded early within settings

Advising on interventions and strategies that may have been implemented by school/ early years setting to support the child/ young person and work in collaboration to monitor progress and any adjustments needed.

Observe children & young people within the school/ early years environment (as required) to gain further information and insight of the childs challenges.

Identify and plan interventions for children with autism spectrum conditions to be delivered by Family Support Worker- SEND and other colleagues. Monitoring progress and making necessary adjustments to meet needs of child/ young person.

Write reports and organise interventions to impact upon pupils progress with communication and social skills; advising schools on the appropriate use of specialist resources suitable for pupils with autism.

Work in collaboration with system partners to plan, organise training and information for a range of audiences, including schools and parents, on the nature of difficulties associated with Autism.

Liaise with the voluntary sector and support initiatives in local mainstream settings.

Person Specification

SafeguardingEssentialAbility to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adultsDemonstrates understanding of safeguarding issuesAppreciates the significance of safeguarding and interprets this accurately for all individual children and young people/vulnerable adults whatever their life circumstances.

Qualifications and TrainingEssentialRecognised Qualified Teacher Status ( QTS) Teacher Status awarded by Teaching Regulatory Authority ( RTA)Evidence of attendance on courses relevant to the education of children with SEN and autism.Graduate diploma or degree level

DesirableADOS/ BOSA/ 3DI training & assessments, SENDCo experience/qualification

ExperienceEssentialSubstantial experience as a qualified teacherSubstantial experience of working with children with autistic spectrum disordersSkills / experience of supporting ASD/SENDExperience of working in a culturally diverse area

Skills and KnowledgeEssentialAbility to assess the needs of pupils where there is potential autism spectrum conditions being investigated and draw up programmes to address their needs and facilitate progressAbility to maintain clear and accurate records and compile written reports.Able to communicate sensitively and persuasively with teachers, parents and other professionals; and to work collaboratively with them to meet the needs of children with autism and SEND needs.

Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of SponsorshipApplications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK RegistrationApplicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Person Specification

Qualifications and Training

Essential

  • Recognised Qualified Teacher Status ( QTS) Teacher Status awarded by Teaching Regulatory Authority ( RTA)
  • Evidence of attendance on courses relevant to the education of children with SEN and autism.

Desirable

  • ADOS/ BOSA/ 3DI training & assessments, SENDCo qualification/experience

Experience

Essential

  • Substantial experience as a qualified teacher, across key stages
  • Substantial experience of working with children with autistic spectrum disorders /ND conditions
  • Experience of working in a culturally diverse area

Skills

Essential

  • Ability to assess the needs of pupils where there is potential autism spectrum conditions being investigated and draw up programmes to address their needs and facilitate progress.
  • Ability to maintain clear and accurate records and compile written reports.
  • Able to communicate sensitively and persuasively with teachers, parents and other professionals; and to work collaboratively with them to meet the needs of children with autism.
Person Specification

Qualifications and Training

Essential

  • Recognised Qualified Teacher Status ( QTS) Teacher Status awarded by Teaching Regulatory Authority ( RTA)
  • Evidence of attendance on courses relevant to the education of children with SEN and autism.

Desirable

  • ADOS/ BOSA/ 3DI training & assessments, SENDCo qualification/experience

Experience

Essential

  • Substantial experience as a qualified teacher, across key stages
  • Substantial experience of working with children with autistic spectrum disorders /ND conditions
  • Experience of working in a culturally diverse area

Skills

Essential

  • Ability to assess the needs of pupils where there is potential autism spectrum conditions being investigated and draw up programmes to address their needs and facilitate progress.
  • Ability to maintain clear and accurate records and compile written reports.
  • Able to communicate sensitively and persuasively with teachers, parents and other professionals; and to work collaboratively with them to meet the needs of children with autism.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Cambridgeshire Community Services NHS Trust

Address

Child Development Centre Kempston

Hill Rise

Kempston

MK427EB


Employer's website

https://www.cambscommunityservices.nhs.uk/careers (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Cambridgeshire Community Services NHS Trust

Address

Child Development Centre Kempston

Hill Rise

Kempston

MK427EB


Employer's website

https://www.cambscommunityservices.nhs.uk/careers (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

ASD SEND Advisory Teacher

Natasha Saunders

natasha.saunders12@nhs.net

Details

Date posted

20 August 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£38,682 to £46,580 a year per annum pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

448-BCHS-7419370

Job locations

Child Development Centre Kempston

Hill Rise

Kempston

MK427EB


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