Part Time Autism Inclusion Practitioner

Autism Initiatives; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 26,174,000 - 31,685,000; Part time

Job summary

Autism Initiatives in Bootle, Liverpool is seeking a Part Time Autism Inclusion Practitioner to support autistic children and young people in home, community and school settings.

The OSSME role requires travel across the region, so you must have your own vehicle and a full clean driving licence. A DBS check is required and the cost will be covered by Autism Initiatives. The post is term-time only, up to 21 hours per week, paid at £17.84 per hour.

Qualifications

• Autism knowledge and understanding of ASC needs.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Capacity to travel across the region using own vehicle.
• Awareness of National Curriculum is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide ASC support to autistic children and young people in home, community and education settings.
• Support families and professionals with ASC strategies and information.

Skills

Autism knowledge

Independent working

Team collaboration

Driving licence

Education

Qualification in social care or education

Job description

Part Time Autism Inclusion Practitioner

Reference: OSS-AIP

Based in Bootle, Liverpool

up to 21 Hours per week (Term Time Only)

£17.84per hour

Do you have the skills and qualifications to support autistic children and young people with their educational needs?

A fantastic opportunity has arisen to join our OSSME department due to development & increased contracts. This is a role where you can really make a difference to young lives.

Our Outreach Support Service for Mainstream Education (OSSME) provides specialist personalised ASC support for children and young people (0 to 25 years) in the home, community and educational settings. OSSME also offer training packages to families and professionals in education settings and other multi-disciplinary practices.

The ability to work both independently and as part of a team is essential, as is the ability to advise and support individuals with ASC within the home and educational settings.

A qualification in social care or education and knowledge of the National Curriculum is desirable. Good knowledge of autism is important in this role, though we will also provide you with a comprehensive induction and continuous training programme to build on existing knowledge and to support your continued professional development.

As a requirement of the role is travelling across the region it is essential that you have your own vehicle and hold a full, clean driving licence

This position is subject to an enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS). The cost of which will be met by Autism Initiatives.

The closing date for completed applications is 30th October 2026

We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time

We are committed to equal opportunities in employment and in service delivery.