Autism Spectrum Disorder / LD Practitioner (ASC-LD) Trainee


Location
Salary
£37,888 a year
Profession
Mental health practitioner, Mental health professionals
Deadline
27 Oct 2026
Contract Type
Fixed-Term
Posted Date
20 Oct 2026
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Job summary

We are looking for an individual passionate about Autism and Learning Disabilities who can train to deliver evidence-based interventions to children, young people with ASC and/or LD and their families in educational settings. You will work as an autonomous practitioner within the scope of the role, under clinical supervision. A full, enhanced and current satisfactory DBS disclosure is required for this role.

Main duties of the job

You will:

  • Train and work within children and young peoples mental health services in Westminster and RBKC, delivering adapted, evidence based interventions under supervision to autistic children and young people and those with learning disabilities
  • Work in partnership with children, young people, parents, carers and families, and with schools where needed, on anxiety, low mood and related difficulties
  • Complete the UCL PG Dip in CYP-PT: Therapy (ASCLD pathway), combining academic study with supervised clinical practice, assessment and outcome-focused intervention

You are:

  • Able to study at postgraduate level and passionate about working with autistic children and young people and those with learning disabilities
  • A core mental health professional, or a graduate with substantial relevant experience of working with children, young people or families, including direct experience of autism and/or learning disabilities
  • Eager to deliver evidence based, adapted interventions under supervision and make a difference within our service

About us

With the need for mental health support at an all-time high, choice is shrinking and services are being stretched. We believe everyone deserves better. At Allkind, we offer support across the whole mental health spectrum for people of all ages, from infants to older adults. Weve been listening to our communities for over 40 years, and its clear theres no one-size-fits-all when it comes to mental health care. Were determined to make sure all kinds of people are supported through their mental health challenges, so they can live the life they deserve. Welcome to mental health support with kindness at its heart.

Details

  • Date posted: 20 October 2026
  • Pay scheme: Other
  • Salary: £37,888 a year
  • Contract: Fixed term
  • Duration: 1 years
  • Working pattern: Full-time
  • Reference number: B0097-26-0015
  • Job locations: 23 Monck Street, London, SW1P 2AE, United Kingdom

Job responsibilities

Please find attached the full job description for further details about the role and its requirements.

Please note that applications for this position will close on 27 October at 12:00 pm.

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