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1. Are you a Qualified Teacher looking for an exciting and rewarding new challenge in SEN education?
2. Would you enjoy playing an integral part of the team responsible for designing and shaping our school’s curriculum?
3. Does the opportunity to complete fully funded training and research in behaviour science driven teaching appeal to you?
4. Would you like a better work life balance with less marking or planning?
If ‘Yes’ Jigsaw School, rated ‘Outstanding’ by Ofsted for autistic children aged 4-19 could have the teaching role you’re looking for!
As part of the Qualified Teaching team, you will support our autistic pupils using instruction based on behaviour analysis and positive reinforcement techniques to accelerate learning. Working within small class groups or on a 1:1 basis, you will use specialised support plans to help pupils meet their individual needs and achieve their full potential. You will also be responsible for designing, planning and delivering the wider school curriculum and special events that encourage development, enhance learning and provides unique opportunities to our pupils
Benefits of a Teaching Role at Jigsaw School
5. £1000 joining bonus
6. A rewarding role with a good work life balance
7. The opportunity to use your teaching experience to shape an individualised and engaging curriculum
8. Accelerated career advancement opportunities. (This role will Including progression to the role of Lead Teacher (QTS) on successful completion of the 12-week probationary period)
9. An impressive range of fully funded training pathways
10. Opportunity to work alongside a multidisciplinary team of behaviour analysts, speech & language therapists and occupational therapists allowing a holistic approach to pupil development
11. Company benefits including – pension scheme, performance related bonus scheme, annual salary progression, staff recognition days, High Street discount platform and a comprehensive wellbeing and employee assistance programme
12. Free Parking or Transport to and from Central Guildford and Cranleigh
Training & Development Opportunities
13. Behaviour analysis specific qualifications including CABAS teaching ranks, Certification with the UK Society for Behaviour Analysis (UKBA(Cert) & UKiBA (Cert)) and the 40-hour Registered Behaviour Technician (RBT) course
14. Masters qualification in (High Incidence & Disabilities) and/or (Behaviour Analysis)
15. PROACT SCIPr UK – Behaviour Management and Instructor Training
16. Support, mentorship and regular supervision from some of the UK’s leading and internationally recognised ABA Experts
17. Extensive and regular industry training in First Aid, Safeguarding, Emergency Medication, Behaviour Support, Personal Care, Autism, Leadership & Line Management to name a few
18. Opportunities to broaden your skills and join different committees and working groups relating to Mental Health, Staff Voice, ED&I, Ethics, Emergency Medical Response and much more
Responsibilities of the role
Class Teaching
19. Provide support and teaching based on behaviour analysis to autistic pupils
20. Collect, record and analyse data to monitor progress and develop support plans
21. Interact and participate with the pupils in the development of skills that support their social and emotional development
22. Lead and take part in educational visits and off-site activities with pupils (during school hours)
Qualified Teaching Team
23. Contribute to the design of an engaging school curriculum, providing differentiated long, medium and short-term plans
24. Plan and deliver school-wide curriculum activities such as topic lessons and themed event/weeks
25. Oversee the implementation and evaluations of wider school curriculum plan
26. Support the delivery of life skills programmes and entry level qualifications for students, including assessments, recording evidence and internal moderation
27. Contribute to team meetings and the school’s newsletter
To be successful in this role you will need:
28. Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or Qualified Teaching & Learning Status (QTLS) Candidate
29. (For Early Careers Teachers (ECT’s) - A minimum of 1 year of the supported induction process to have been completed in a mainstream setting)
30. Teaching experience within the UK school system and an understanding of the National Curriculum in England
31. An interest in and/or experience of working in Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)
32. Confident working with pupils with a high level of need which may include dysregulated behaviours
33. Confident supporting others with personal/intimate care where required
34. Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to liaise professionally with all stakeholders
35. An understanding and commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people
36. The ability to perform tasks of a physical nature (often demanding) including twisting and stooping and working at a lower height
37. A commitment to Jigsaw’s ongoing training and professional development programme
38. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel & PowerPoint)
39. Proven ability to maintain confidentiality and discretion
40. Ability to remain calm in high pressure situations with a positive, can-do attitude
Salary: From £34,398 per annum plus a £1000 Joining Bonus
Contract terms: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday: 8:45am-4:45pm, Tuesday: 8:45am-5:30pm, Friday 8:45am-4:30pm Term time Only
Please note: This role is also known as ‘QTS/Trainee CABAS Teacher'
ABOUT JIGSAW
Jigsaw Trust is a registered charity inspired by autism in its desire to provide the very best in ongoing education,vocational and wellbeing services for autistic people; it is also committed to raising awareness of autism and promoting the understanding and acceptance of autistic people.
Jigsaw Trust incorporates: Jigsaw CABAS School, rated ‘Outstanding’ by Ofsted, educating children aged 4-19 years, and JigsawPlus a specialist day service delivering key living and life skills learning for adults from the age of 18+. The Trust also operates 2 social enterprises: Café on the Park providing work experience and volunteering opportunities in a public-facing setting, and Jigsaw GARDENworks enabling learners of all ages to embark on a range of gardening and related outdoor activities.
Safeguarding Statement
As part of our standard recruitment procedure, Jigsaw is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. If successful you will be subject to a satisfactory enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and overseas police checks (if applicable) - the costs are covered by Jigsaw.
Please note it is an offence to apply for a role in regulated activity if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.