Psychology Graduate jobs

Jigsaw School has a rare opportunity for Psychology Graduates looking to kick start their careers in Behaviour Based Teaching and SEN Education

• Do you have a Bachelors background in Psychology and a keen interest in behaviour-based teaching techniques?
• Are you inspired by educating others and have a passion for SEN education?
• Are you keen to start achieving the industry training you need to advance your career?
• 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

• A market leading salary plus a £1000 Joining Bonus
• Career advancement opportunities and an impressive range of fully funded training and development pathways
• Term Time only working!
• The chance to work alongside multidisciplinary teams of behaviour analysts, SEN teachers, and occupational therapists
• Free Parking
• 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

• A fully funded training pathway worth over £13,000 to help build a career in Educational Psychology
• Access to a wide range of Education & Childcare courses including RQF CACHE Level 2, 3 & 4 in Early Years, Learning Difficulties and Teaching & Learning
• 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
• Masters qualification in (High Incidence & Disabilities) and/or (Behaviour Analysis)
• PROACT SCIPr UK – Behaviour Management and Instructor Training
• Support, mentorship and regular supervision from some of the UK’s leading and internationally recognised ABA Experts
• Extensive and regular industry training in First Aid, Safeguarding, Emergency Medication, Behaviour Support, Personal Care, Autism, Leadership & Line Management to name a few
• 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 moreResponsibilities of the role
• Working 1 to 1 within small classes encouraging pupils learning and progression as well as improving their social and emotional development.
• Providing behaviourally based support and monitoring pupil progress
• Providing teaching and support to our pupils, following individualised curriculum plans
• Preparing and delivering lessons and activities, focusing largely on communication and life skills
• Contributing to research studies and undertaking training to support your personal development
• Supporting pupils’ participation in trips, applying theory-based learning to practice

To be successful in this role you will need:

• A psychology degree (or in final year pending completion)
• Professional, personal or voluntary experience of working with children and disabilities
• Confident working with pupils with a high level of need which may include dysregulated behaviours
• Confident supporting others with personal/intimate care where required
• Ability to remain calm in high pressure situations
• Commitment to our regular and ongoing professional development programme and training
• A positive, patient, caring and can-do attitude

Salary: £23,000 Pro-rata salary based on 36.75 hours per week, 39.2 weeks per year Plus a £1000 joining bonus (£26811 FTE)

Annual Leave: 12.8 Weeks per year (Including Bank Holidays) - 5.6 weeks paid

Contract Terms: Mon, Wed & Thursday 8.45am-4.45pm Tue 8.45am -5.30pm Friday 8.45am –4.30pm

To find out more and apply please visit our dedicated careers website at https://careersatjigsaw.co.uk

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)

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.

Pay: Up to £26,811.00 per year

Benefits:

• Canteen
• Company pension
• Discounted or free food
• Employee discount
• Free or subsidised travel
• Free parking
• Health & wellbeing programme
• On-site parking
• Referral programme
• Store discount

Work Location: In person