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Jigsaw School has a rare opportunity for Psychology Graduates looking to kick start their careers in Behaviour Based Teaching and SEN Education
1. Do you have a Bachelors background in Psychology and a keen interest in behaviour-based teaching techniques?
2. Are you inspired by educating others and have a passion for SEN education?
3. Are you keen to start achieving the industry training you need to advance your career?
4. Does working in a friendly, caring and supportive environment appeal to you?
If so, this role at Jigsaw School could be the ideal opportunity for you!
Jigsaw School is an Ofsted rated ‘Outstanding’ school for autistic children. At Jigsaw ‘everything we do is behaviour’ – Our Graduate programme includes training in strategies and interventions that encourage positive outcomes and development of our pupils. Working one to one with pupils within small classes and in groups, you will design, plan and deliver teaching sessions to encourage pupils learning and progression as well as improve their social and emotional development. Our Graduates receive support and regular supervision from some of the UK’s leading and internationally recognised Behaviour Analytic experts whilst also making a real difference to the lives of autistic children.
Benefits of Jigsaw school’s Graduate Programme
5. A market leading salary plus a £1000 Joining Bonus
6. Career advancement opportunities and an impressive range of fully funded training and development pathways
7. Term Time only working!
8. The chance to work alongside multidisciplinary teams of behaviour analysts, SEN teachers, and occupational therapists
9. Free Parking or transport from central Guildford and Cranleigh to the school and back
10. 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
Training & Development opportunities
11. A fully funded training pathway worth over £13,000 to help build a career in Educational Psychology
12. Access to a wide range of Education & Childcare courses including RQF CACHE Level 2, 3 & 4 in Early Years, Learning Difficulties and Teaching & Learning
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
19. Working 1 to 1 within small classes encouraging pupils learning and progression as well as improving their social and emotional development.
20. Providing behaviourally based support and monitoring pupil progress
21. Providing teaching and support to our pupils, following individualised curriculum plans
22. Preparing and delivering lessons and activities, focusing largely on communication and life skills
23. Contributing to research studies and undertaking training to support your personal development
24. Supporting pupils’ participation in trips, applying theory-based learning to practice
To be successful in this role you will need:
25. A psychology degree (or in final year pending completion)
26. Professional, personal or voluntary experience of working with children and disabilities
27. Confident working with pupils with a high level of need which may include dysregulated behaviours
28. Confident supporting others with personal/intimate care where required
29. Ability to remain calm in high pressure situations
30. Commitment to our regular and ongoing professional development programme and training
31. A positive, patient, caring and can-do attitude
Salary: £26458 FTE (£23,000 PA Pro rata - based on 36.75 hours per week term time only)
Contract terms: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday: 8:45am-4:45pm, Tuesday: 8:45am-5:30pm, Friday 8:45am-4:30pm Term time Only– Part Time working options can be considered
Please Note: This role is also known as Trainee CABAS Teacher, Trainee SEN Teacher, SEN Behaviour Analyst and SEN Teaching Assistant
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.