Autism Learning and Development Manager

Job Title: Autism Learning and Development Centre Manager (ALDC) 

Location: Syon Nursery, Isleworth

Salary: Up to £35,000 per annum  

Contract: Permanent

We’re looking for a Autism Learning and Development Manager for our brand new Nursery, Syon Nursery in Isleworth

As the Autism Learning & Development manager, you will play a critical role in the overall development of the Autism Learning & Development Centre and service it provides. The centre aims to provide a support service for parents of young children on the Autism spectrum and associated neurodevelopment al difficulties. The service will run alongside a newly developed specialist nursery provision (co-located on the same site) in Isleworth, Middlesex.  The ALDC will provide training, workshops & support groups for parents of children attending the nursery in addition to external customers.

This is an exciting new role and will give you an opportunity to work creatively, designing a comprehensive and innovative range of learning opportunities and social activities for families. With access to our highly experienced Clinical Hub (Occupational Therapists, Speech & Language Therapists, Clinical Psychologists and Dance/Drama Therapists), you will co-ordinate and facilitate workshops, courses, and support clinics for the parents of children attending the nursery. You will actively  promote these courses and support clinics externally to the wider public in order to build the centre’s reputation as a hub for learning and understanding Autism/SEND.   

Essential Criteria: 

Experience/working knowledge  in the field of Autism/SEN (professionally or personally)

Ability to plan workloads and set priorities

Ability to work on own initiative

Ability to organise timetables/rotas (For the delivery of courses/workshops)  

Ability to communicate effectively

The belief that all children deserve a life of choice and opportunity

Commitment to the safeguarding and welfare of all children

Excellent team player

Ability to work successfully with Parents of children with SEND

Resilience

Willing to undertake training

Desirable Criteria: 

Experience of working with children with SEND, specifically ASC

Business development/Marketing experience

Ability to identify and draw upon high-quality research to inform practice

Experience of supporting colleagues and bringing about improved practice

Pro-active in seeking out opportunities for professional development

Evidence of continually improving the outcomes for families

Driving Licence

About us:

For over 16 years Options Autism have provided care and education to children, young people and adults with autism, complex needs and learning difficulties. As part of Outcomes First Group we are leading our sector in setting and delivering new approaches that provide measurable outcomes for those in our care.

Why join us?

We offer a friendly and inclusive working environment and the chance to be part of a fantastic multidisciplinary team, who work hard and support each other to deliver personalised, bespoke education & care. Our benefits package includes free parking, shopping discounts and cashback via our ‘Rewards Hub’, and access to content on mindfulness, fitness, recipes and much more as part of our ‘Your Wellbeing Matters’ programme.

As well as opportunities for internal promotion, you will have access to high-quality Continuing Professional Development to help pursue your own personal goals. We also offer accredited training programmes including Diplomas and NVQs, supplemented by ongoing learning opportunities.

Ultimately, all of our roles give you the opportunity to enrich the lives of young people and make a positive difference.

Benefits include:

Your wellbeing matters hub

Clear progression pathways – If your goal is to progress, let us know and we can put in place a career pathway for you to reach your goal.

In house Learning and Talent team to help support your career goals

Continuous Professional Development platform to use from anywhere

Discounted Gym membership

Access to 1000's of Shopping discounts

Dedicated multi-disciplinary staff teams to learn from and support you.

Local incentives

Earn £1000 as an employee by referring a friend

Outcomes First Group are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be subject to a fully Enhanced DBS.