ABA Therapist

Shorefields; Grays; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A primary school in Essex is seeking a passionate individual for a part-time position supporting children with special needs. The role involves assisting pupils with autism to overcome personal challenges and achieve their potential. Ideal candidates will have some experience with young children and a commitment to enhancing their educational journey. The school offers a supportive environment led by experienced staff, with training provided.,

Qualifications

• Experience working with children with special needs is desirable.
• Training will be provided; strong support from the ASD Base Manager.
• Candidates must show commitment and enthusiasm.

Responsibilities

• Assist children with behavioral issues to achieve their potential.
• Support and nurture young children's learning.
• Work as part of a team led by a specialist teacher.

Skills

Experience with pupils who have ASD

Passion for working with young children

Commitment, drive and enthusiasm

Job description

Position Start Date: Immediate Contract Type: Part‑time Contract Term: Permanent

Application Close: 05/01/2026 Midday Date of Interviews: To be confirmed

Contract Type: 30 hours per week (Monday - Friday, 8:45am - 3:15pm, term‑time only)

Stifford Clays Primary School is seeking a talented individual to join our Autistic Spectrum Disorder Resource Base funded directly by the Local Authority. The unit will be led by a full‑time experienced specialist teacher. The successful candidates will have a passion for working with young children and for assisting them to overcome their personal or behavioural issues which are often a barrier to pupils achieving their full potential. Applicants with experience of working with pupils who have ASD are desirable, but support will be given by the ASD Base Manager and on‑the‑job training provided. As a member of staff you will be valued and supported; in return we are looking for commitment, drive and enthusiasm.

Why Stifford Clays Primary School? We are a community‑focused school for 2 to 11 year olds, located centrally in the Stifford Clays ward of Thurrock. The original infant and junior schools were built in 1954 and were one form of entry. The school has grown hugely to accommodate 90 children in each year group. We have a resource base provision for children with autism. Stifford Clays Primary School is an extremely happy and positive school. We are an Ofsted “Good” school (2022) where “pupils love coming to school” and “pupils, staff and trustees show great pride in belonging to the Stifford Clays Primary School community.” Our personal development provision is “outstanding”.

Why SWECET? At South West Essex Community Education Trust, we are passionate about providing the best start in life for our pupils. We are united in the belief that every young person needs and deserves an education that will maximise their future life chances. We place our pupils’ needs at the heart of everything we do and support our colleagues in delivering high‑quality education. Our vision is to establish a national reputation for the quality of education we provide. Our academies are united by the things that make us both similar and unique – the DNA that ties us all together. The SWECET DNA is made up of the following components: Developing our people, Nurturing our differences, and Aspiring for excellence. We believe that our colleagues are our most precious resource to provide high‑quality learning experiences for all our pupils. Our colleagues work hard to support teams in their own schools and across the Trust and in return, the SWECET Wellbeing Charter sets out our actions to support our colleagues. If you have energy and passion in abundance and would relish the opportunity to be part of our team, we look forward to hearing from you. Visits from prospective candidates are warmly welcomed and encouraged. To arrange a visit, please email [e-mail].

If interested in this vacancy, please submit your application for the position as soon as possible, as interviews may take place before the closing date.

South West Essex Community Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants for this post must be willing to undergo child protection screening, including reference checks with previous employers, online checks and an enhanced DBS check with the Disclosure & Barring Service.

Information about the School

We are a community-focused school for 2 to 11 year olds, located centrally in the Stifford Clays ward of Thurrock. The original infant and junior schools were built in 1954 and were one form of entry. The school has grown hugely to accommodate 90 children in each year group. We have a resource base provision for children with autism.

Stifford Clays Primary School is an extremely happy and positive school. We are an Ofsted “Good” school (2022) where “pupils love coming to school” and “pupils, staff and trustees show great pride in belonging to the Stifford Clays Primary School community.” Our personal development provision is “outstanding”.

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of children and young people. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.

SWECET HR
Whitmore Avenue
Stifford Clays, Grays
Essex, RM16 2ST Telephone: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]