We are looking to expand our growing team of clinical professionals, therapists, and early years educators.
Helping children achieve their potential is a hugely rewarding career.
At First Bridge you will be part of a team that provides compassionate, expert care to children with a particular focus on early intervention.
We work hard to deliver a great service, and we love what we do. Joining First Bridge could be the best career move you ever make.
If you are interested in joining us please reach out to our Careers Team with a CV and covering letter or apply via the links below.
Benefits we offer
Current openings
Occupational Therapist
Reporting to the Clinical lead the OT is responsible for assessing, designing, and supervising OT treatment goals for children with autism and related developmental disabilities. The OT will collaborate with the ABA treatment team and the BCBAs in the setting up and maintaining of ABA programmes and individual client goals. The OT will collaborate with the treatment team assigned to each clients’ case to help ensure that First Bridge Centre provides high-quality evidence-based services. The OT will complete screenings, assessments, client reports, and other supervisory responsibilities as is appropriate and necessary based on the client service contract.
Ideally experienced in working with ABA, the successful applicant will have experience in managing relationships, excellent communication, and a real passion for delivering the best outcomes for our clients.
We offer supervision and support for all our team.
We are seeking the following skills and experience:
- A minimum of 1 year’s experience working as an Occupational Therapist.
- Paediatric experience
- Completed a masters in Occupational Therapy
- HCPC registered
- Ability to build rapport with clients and their families
- Strong problem solving and critical thinking skills
- Organisational skills
- Professionalism and ability to work closely with families whilst maintaining boundaries.
Chelsea, London
Part & Full time
To apply please send a cover letter and CV to careers@firstbridgecentre.com
Speech & Language Therapist
The Speech and Language Therapist will be responsible for assessing, designing, and supervising S< treatment goals for children with autism and related developmental disabilities.
Working as part of the interdisciplinary team, you will collaborate with the ABA treatment team and the BCBAs in the setting up and maintaining of ABA programmes and individual client goals. Our Speech and Language Therapist will complete screenings, assessments, client reports, and manage a caseload of single discipline clients under the supervision of the Clinical Lead.
Ideally experienced in working with ABA, the successful applicant will have experience in managing relationships, excellent communication, and a real passion for delivering the best outcomes for our clients.
We offer supervision and support for all our team.
We are seeking the following skills and experience:
- A minimum of 1 year’s experience working as an S<.
- Paediatric experience
- Recognised Speech and Language Therapy Degree Qualification or equivalent
- HCPC/RCSLT registered SLT
- Ability to build rapport with clients and their families
- Strong problem solving and critical thinking skills
- Organisational skills
- Professionalism and ability to work closely with families whilst maintaining boundaries.
Chelsea, London
Full time
To apply please send a cover letter and CV to careers@firstbridgecentre.com
Early Years Practitioner
We are looking to expand our team of Early Years Practitioners (L3+) to complement our growing team of ABA & RBT Therapists.
You will be part of a team responsible for providing an engaging, positive, and safe experience for children with autism and related developmental disabilities.
If you have experience in working with children on the autistic spectrum or with special needs or simply want to expand your knowledge and experience of SEND this is the role for you.
We are a friendly, fun team passionate about delivering the best care and therapy for children and families.
We offer supervision and support for all our team.
We are seeking the following skills and experience:
- Level 3 or above qualification in Early Years Education
- Current work experience in a special school / ABA school or a SEN unit within a mainstream school
- Ability to build rapport with clients and their families
- Strong problem solving and critical thinking skills
- Organisational skills
- Professionalism and ability to work closely with families whilst maintaining boundaries.
Chelsea, London
Full time
To apply please send a cover letter and CV to careers@firstbridgecentre.com
ABA Therapist/Registered Behaviour Technician
An ABA Therapist/Registered Behaviour Technician (RBT) is responsible for implementing Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) interventions for children and young people with autism spectrum disorder and/or other related developmental disabilities in clinic, school, home and community settings.
The role of the ABA Therapist/RBT is to execute treatment plans developed and supervised by a Board Certified Behavior Analyst® (BCBA®) to clients receiving services at First Bridge. The ABA Therapist is responsible for providing an engaging, positive and safe client experience in a fast paced and frequently changing environment.
We offer supervision and support for individuals working towards their BCBA® exams.
We are seeking the following skills and experience:
- Degree in Education or Psychology (or related field);
- Registered Behaviour Technician (RBT) qualification (desirable);
- Current work experience in a special school / ABA school or a SEN unit within a mainstream school;
- Experienced in applying behaviour analytic strategies;
- Ability to build rapport with clients and their families;
- Strong problem solving and critical thinking skills;
- Organisational skills;
- Professionalism and ability to work closely with families whilst maintaining boundaries.
Chelsea, London
Full time
To apply please send a cover letter and CV to careers@firstbridgecentre.com
Deputy Manager
As the Deputy Manager you will split your time supporting our Centre Managers in coordinating all administrative functions to assist in the smooth running of the centre as well as working within our classroom setting. You will be part of a team that provides compassionate, expert care to children with a particular focus on early intervention for children between infancy and seven years old in our centre.
This ideal candidate will have a minimum of EYQ L3 with experience looking after a team in an EY setting. The successful candidate will receive clinical training around the principles and deliver of ABA Treatment plans along with ongoing CPD.
The successful candidate will be an experienced Early Years Professional with an interest in our interdisciplinary approach to support young children with autism.
Specific skills and experience required will include:
- A minimum Early Years L3 Qualification (or equivalent)
- Experience working with children with autism or in a SEND setting
- Experience as a Deputy Manager in an Early Years setting is desirable however we are happy to consider applications from those such as room leads who are looking to step up in their career.
- An interest and understanding of ABA Therapy
- Enthusiasm passion and boundless energy
Chelsea
Full time
To apply please send a cover letter and CV to careers@firstbridgecentre.com
Safeguarding Notice
First Bridge and all our academies are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check will be completed for all applicants.
At First Bridge we are committed to reflecting and representing the diversity of the UK and to equity in employment. We welcome applications from individuals regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity.