Outreach Advisor

Freemantles School; Woking; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in Woking is looking for an Outreach Advisor to support nurseries and early years settings across Surrey. Responsibilities include working with families to meet the needs of autistic children, conducting home visits, and delivering training to nursery staff. Ideal candidates should have knowledge of strategies for autistic pupils, experience in early years settings, and excellent communication skills. This is a full-time, term-time position with a salary between £26,365 and £28,275 pro-rata.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of specialist strategies to support autistic pupils.
• Experience working in early years settings or specialist classrooms.
• A full driving licence and reliable car.

Responsibilities

• Support nurseries and early years settings across Surrey.
• Observe children and provide feedback.
• Conduct home visits and create tailored resources.
• Deliver training sessions to nursery staff.
• Write concise reports summarising visits.

Skills

Excellent written English

Experience in early years settings

Knowledge of strategies for autistic children

Job description

* Outreach Advisor# Outreach AdvisorEmployerLocation: Woking, SurreyContract Type: PermanentHours: Full Time, Term TimeSalary: Surrey Pay Grade PS6 £26,365 - £28,275 pro-rataPosted: 9th December 2025Start Date: As Soon As PossibleExpires: 7th January 2026 12:00 PMContract Type: PermanentStart Date: As Soon As PossibleJob ID: 1523457Job Reference: ORDec25Start Date: As Soon As Possible* Contract Type :Permanent* Job ID: 1523457* Share :**Autism Outreach Advisor**We are seeking an Outreach Advisor to join our Outreach Department as soon as possible. This role focuses on supporting nurseries and early years settings across Surrey through the STEPS program (Supporting Targeted Education & Play Skills).• Work closely with families and nursery/pre-school staff to advise them on how to meet the needs of autistic children and related difficulties.• Observe children in their settings, provide feedback and model best practice strategies.• Conduct home visits and create tailored resources to support learning and development.• Deliver training sessions to nursery staff, sharing practical strategies and building confidence in supporting autistic children.• Write concise reports summarising visits and suggesting suitable strategies for families and settings.• Strong knowledge of specialist strategies to support autistic pupils.• Experience working in early years settings or specialist classrooms.• Excellent written English and confidence using a laptop.• A full driving licence and reliable car (travel across Surrey required; mileage reimbursed at 45p per mile).The details* Hours: Term time only, 36 hours per week (work pattern negotiable)* Salary: Surrey Pay Grade PS6 £26,365 - £28,275 pro-rata (£30,647 - £32,867 FTE)At Freemantles, you will be part of a supportive, expert team making a real difference in the lives of young people and their educators. We value collaboration, innovation, and professional growth.**Safeguarding Statement**Freemantles is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to demonstrably share this commitment. An Enhanced DBS check will be essential. Please note that we will be undertaking online searches on shortlisted candidates, in accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education.**How to Apply**CVs are not accepted. Please download the application pack (including job description, person specification, and application form) from eteach.We welcome informal telephone conversations. To arrange an appointment, please contact Anne-Marie Rose at Freemantles School. Kindly note that the office will be closed for the Christmas holidays from 20th December 2025 to 4th January 2026.**• Closing date: Wednesday 7th January 2026, 9am****• Interviews: Wednesday 14th January 2026 (time tbc)**### Attachments### Safeguarding Statement:‘Safeguarding is Everyone’s Business’We recognise our moral and statutory responsibility to safeguard and promote the welfare of all children and young people. We make every effort to provide an environment in which children, young people and adults feel safe, secure, valued and respected, and feel confident to talk if they are worried, believing they will be effectively listened to.### Freemantles School