Outreach Advisor

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

Job summary

A supportive educational institution in the UK seeks an Autism Outreach Advisor to work with families and early years settings across Surrey. This role involves advising on best practices for supporting autistic children, delivering training to nursery staff, and conducting home visits. Candidates should have strong knowledge of strategies for autistic children and experience in early years settings. The position offers a pro-rata salary between £26,365 - £28,275 for term time only, and aims to make a real difference in young people's lives.

Qualifications

• 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 for travel across Surrey.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with families and nursery staff to advise on the needs of autistic children.
• Observe children in their settings and model best practice strategies.
• Conduct home visits and create tailored resources for learning support.
• Deliver training sessions to nursery staff on supporting autistic children.
• Write concise reports summarising visits and strategies for families.

Skills

Knowledge of specialist strategies for autistic pupils

Experience in early years settings

Excellent written English

Confidence using a laptop

Full driving licence

Job description

Autism Outreach Advisor

Do you have a passion for supporting autistic children in their early years? Are you someone who can offer a listening ear and practical guidance to parents and Early years staff?

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).

What will you do?

• 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.

What do you need?

• 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)
• Closing date : Wednesday 7th January 2026, 9am
• Interviews : Wednesday 14th January 2026 (time tbc)

Why Join Us?

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.

Want to know more?

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.

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.