Do you have
Experience of delivering Positive Behaviour Support?
The desire to take your career in Social Care to the next level?
An interest in learning more about behaviour analysis?
If this sounds like you the opportunities at JigsawPlus to grow as an individual and support our learners are endless. If you are looking for your next challenge and want to start making a lasting positive contribution to yours and the lives of others then this could be your next opportunity !
As a Senior Support Workers, you will oversee a small team of Learning Support Workers to help our autistic adult learners in the attainment of knowledge and skills that will enhance their wellbeing, independence and social inclusion. This will be via effective personal support planning that encourages learners participation in social, leisure, educational and employment opportunities both within the centre and out in the local community.
The Senior Support Workers will also work closely with the Team Leaders to provide line management, training and mentoring that supports the wider team and utilises their current PBS skills and knowledge whilst also building their own skills and experience in Autism and Behaviour Analysis.
Benefits of the Senior Support Worker Role at JigsawPlus
£500 bonus upon completion of the 12-week probationary period and regular salary progression
Sociable Hours (Monday Friday, 9am-5pm) with no evening, weekend or sleep ins required
An impressive range of fully funded trainingpathways
Access to an accelerated Training Programme to and career advancement opportunities
Options for part time working
The chance to work in a friendly, supportive and nurturing environment
Opportunity to work alongside a multidisciplinary team of behaviour analysts, speech & language therapists and occupational therapists
The chance to build your experience working with autistic adult learners in a diverse range of settings 1:1, in small groups and in the community
Company benefits including - free parking, pension scheme, performance related bonus scheme, annual salary progression, staff recognition days, High Street discount platform and a comprehensive wellbeing and employee assistance programme
Training & Development Opportunities
Further training in Positive Behaviour Support training (CAPBS coaches programme and AIBI PBS competency framework)
Access to Specific Behaviour Analysis Qualifications including Registered Behaviour Technician qualification (RBT), Teaching accreditations (CABAS accreditation, focusing on adult curriculum), BCBA Status (Board Certified Behaviour Analyst certification), UKBA(cert) status and aUKBA(cert) status
MSc in Applied Behavioural Analysis worth £13,000 (Curriculum and Instruction in High Incidence Disabilities) or (Applied Behaviour Analysis)
PROACT SCRIPr UK - Behaviour Management (Instructor Training)
Access to Jigsaw Trust Line Management Training Modules
Support, mentorship and regular supervision from some of the UKs leading and internationally recognised ABA Experts
A wealth of continuous sector training such as first aid, safeguarding, emergency medication, behaviour management, leadership and much more
Responsibilities of the role
Provide both Behaviour Analytic and Positive Behaviour Support to learners
Support Learners participation in social, leisure and educational activities within the local community
Support adult learners to access work experience and employment opportunities
Encourage and enabling learners development in all aspects of their life skills
Collate, record and analyse data to monitor progress and enhance the development of learning programmes
Support the Team Leader with the line management of the team including, preparing and participating in staff reviews, training, observations and preparation of staffing rotas
Mentor both new and current team members
Undertake study and training to develop personal knowledge of Autism and Behaviour Analysis
To be successful in this role you will need:
Knowledge and Experience
Hands on knowledge and experience of delivering Positive Behaviour Support and/or Applied Behaviour Analysis
Proven experience of working in an adult social care community-based service or similar setting
Experience of working with people with intellectual disabilities, autism and/or complex needs
Experience of mentoring staff, managing performance and delivering training
Experience of developing/designing/delivering ABA programmes in an educational, care or community settings (desirable but not essential)
Skills
Confidence working with adults who exhibit behaviours that challenge and providing personal and intimate care where required
An ability to keep patient and calm in high pressure situations
The ability to keep detailed records and reports, and produce accurate graph data
An empathetic, positive can-do attitude with the skills to maintaining confidentiality and discretion
The ability to work as part of a team and communicate confidently at all levels of the organisation to build rapport and positive working relationships with all stakeholders
Desirable Training and Qualifications
Completed Care Certificate
NVQ/QCF Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care (Adults)
Recognised training in Positive Behaviour Support such as the CAPBS coaches programme and or AIBI levels including Supervising Competency from the PBS competency framework
Driving licence or access to a lift (due to our remote location)
A desire to undertake on-going professional development and training in Autism, Behaviour Analysis, Positive Behaviour Support and Active Support
Salary : £26,888 - £33,500 based on experience (Plus a £500 bonus on completion of probation)
Contract terms: Monday to Friday 9.00 17.00 (plus 25 Days bank Holidays) Part Time working options can be considered
To find out more and apply please visit our dedicated careers
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
All successful candidates will be subject to a satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
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