Vacancy at First Bridge School
Trainee ABA Therapist
Salary
£ 24864- 26000
Imperial Wharf (Hammersmith and Fulham), London, UK
Vacancy listed
19/02/2026
Application deadline
28/02/2026
Details
Job Title: Trainee ABA Therapist
Location: Imperial Wharf (Hammersmith and Fulham), London, UK
Salary: £24,864 - £26,000
Working Pattern: Full-time (37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday)
Salary: £24,864 - £26,000
Working Pattern: Full-time (37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday)
Additional Benefits:
- £500 salary increments on completion of competencies.
- Senior Therapist Pathway
Are you passionate about working with children and making a real difference in their lives?
At First Bridge School, we are actively recruiting Trainee Behavioural / ABA Therapists to start their journey in Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA).
About First Bridge School
First Bridge School is a supportive, child-focused organisation committed to making a positive impact on the lives of children with autism and developmental delays. Our team values dedication and compassion, and we use Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) to deliver high-quality Autism Therapy and Early Intervention. If you’re passionate about Special Needs Education and want to grow in Behavioural Health, we’d love for you to join our team as a Trainee ABA Therapist.
About the Role
This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is enthusiastic and passionate about starting a rewarding career in ABA Therapy. As a Trainee ABA Therapist, you’ll be at the heart of helping children develop crucial skills, using Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA). Through hands-on, playful activities and structured therapy techniques, you’ll support children in gaining independence, confidence, and the ability to communicate effectively. Under the guidance of experienced Clinical Supervisors, you’ll learn to use ABA techniques in a way that’s both impactful and engaging for each child’s unique journey.
Key Responsibilities:
- Engage in structured, evidence-based therapy sessions.
- Support and implement in delivering structured ABA Therapy sessions to support children in reaching developmental milestones in Early Years Education and Special Needs Education.
- Monitor progress and collect data to track each child’s journey in areas such as early childhood development.
- Collaborate and work closely with clinical supervisors to adapt and refine therapy plans for effective, engaging support.
- Adapt creatively to changing conditions, ensuring a positive and engaging environment for children.
- Provide personal care (e.g., dressing, toileting) where required.
Qualifications & Experience
No prior ABA experience is required – just a passion for making a difference and a commitment to continuous learning. Whether you have direct experience in ABA or come from a related field, we provide the training you need to excel. Here is what we ask from you:
Minimum:
- GCSE qualifications and basic IT skills for data tracking
Essential:
- A positive, patient approach; clear communication; and a passion for working with children
Desirable:
- Experience in social care, education, or related fields is a plus but not required
What We Offer
- Chance to be part of a dynamic, supportive and collaborative team
- Competitive pay scales
- Performance-linked pay progression
- Performance bonuses
- Up to 42 days of paid leave
- Access to the Perkbox platform, providing over 9,000 perks and discounts
- A laptop to use in work and at home
- Opportunities for high-quality professional development and career progression, and financial support towards relevant professional qualifications
- Balanced workload: realistic and proportionate expectations for planning, assessing, report-writing and training
Safeguarding
We expect everybody to share our commitment to safeguarding.
We expect everybody to share our commitment to safeguarding.
Our vacancies are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.
Pre-employment checks are carried out, professional references sought and successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and other relevant checks.
We comply with the DBS code of practice. As such, having a criminal record will not necessarily bar you from working with us; the nature of the position and the circumstances and context of your offences will be considered.
Online Searches
An online search is carried out on all shortlisted candidates.
An online search is carried out on all shortlisted candidates.
Share An Initial Interest
Please submit your CV and a brief statement outlining why you would like to work at FBS and how you feel your experience makes you a suitable candidate for this role.
Please submit your CV and a brief statement outlining why you would like to work at FBS and how you feel your experience makes you a suitable candidate for this role.
Apply
After expressing an initial interest and reviewing the information on our website, suitable applicants will be invited to an initial screening phone call and to complete our application form.
After expressing an initial interest and reviewing the information on our website, suitable applicants will be invited to an initial screening phone call and to complete our application form.
Trial Visit & Formal Interview
Applicants who are shortlisted will be required to attend an assessment and interview day.
Referral Awards
We offer referral awards to existing colleagues for recommending people who come to work with us.
We offer referral awards to existing colleagues for recommending people who come to work with us.