Early Years ASD Specialist Base Manager – (Little Hillbrook) - Hillbrook Primary School - Greater London

Early Years ASD Specialist Base Manager – (Little Hillbrook) - Hillbrook Primary School - Greater London

Permanent – FT (0.8 considered)

Start date – September 2026

Hillbrook Primary School is a very happy and successful learning community where everyone is welcomed and valued.  We are a large 3 – 4 form entry school based in the heart of Tooting in South West London and very close to both Tooting Bec and Tooting Broadway Stations. We are proud to be an outstanding school with a great reputation and close links to our community.

The role of Early Years ASD Specialist Base Manager is a very exciting opportunity to lead and further develop our provision for children with social and communication difficulties. Little Hillbrook is part of our school site, close to our Early Years base.

Little Hillbrook caters for up to 22 FTE pupils aged 2 – 4 who have been identified as needing further support with social communication and language needs. The children attending Little Hillbrook will have a diagnosis or queried diagnosis of ASD/Communication disorder or be under assessment. Little Hillbrook has recently expanded to take an additional class for 7 Reception aged children. This is to prepare children with the skills and abilities to continue to access a base setting or a mainstream alternative. We are proud of our inclusive ethos and commitment to meet the needs of all our pupils.

You will need:

• To have experience of working within a resource base or specialist provision.
• To have relevant experience of the Foundation Stage and experience of working with children with either ASD, significant communication difficulties or developmental delay in the acquisition of social skills.
• To have a SENCO qualification and experience in working with families.
• To be able to communicate effectively with a range of professionals to ensure the best outcomes for the children and their families.
• To be able to show initiative and ‘think outside the box’ when necessary.
• To have vision and the leadership skills to develop Little Hillbrook further.
• To be a flexible team player who has the ability to motivate, challenge and inspire others.
• To lead staff training as appropriate.
• To be an excellent communicator and team player who can form positive and meaningful relationships with staff, children, governors, parents and the wider community.
• To be able to set and manage a budget with support from the School Business Leader and Head Teacher.

In return, we can offer you the opportunity to:

• Be part of a forward thinking, vibrant and happy school community
• Work with a great staff who support and value each other (we have fun!)
• Work in a friendly, inclusive and supportive environment
• Have opportunities to develop and grow professionally
• Lead a well -resourced, high quality provision that has been purpose built
• Be well supported and part of the Senior Leadership Team who are visible and lead strongly by example.
• Be genuinely encouraged to promote and develop a healthy work life balance for yourself and your team
• Work alongside an active and caring Governing Board
• Continue to develop strong links to external agencies and partners who have a commitment to achieving the best outcomes for children

An information pack, including a Job Description and Person Specification can be downloaded below.

Completed application should be returned to the school by email - recruitment@hillbrook.wandsworth.sch.uk

Closing date: 06 May 2026 (at noon)

Shortlisting: 07 May 2026 - PM

Interview date: 15 May 2026

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check. 

CVs are not accepted.

Hillbrook Primary School

Hillbrook Road

London SW17 8SG

Tel: 020 8672 3957

Fax: 020 8767 1081

Email: recruitment@hillbrook.wandsworth.sch.uk

Headteacher: Mrs Debbie Hart

NOR: 682