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An SEND centre has a rare opportunity for Psychology Graduates looking to kick start their careers.

• 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 could be the ideal opportunity for you!
An Ofsted rated ‘Outstanding’ school for autistic children and Adults. Our Graduate programme includes training in strategies and interventions that encourage positive outcomes and development of our pupils. You will support autistic adults in the attainment of knowledge and skills that will enhance their well-being, independence and social inclusion.
You will support our learners 1:1 or in small groups on site at our adult centre and out in the local community, working through individualised curriculums to support holistic development and lifelong learning
Our Graduates will 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.

DUTIES

Main duties and responsibilities

• Provide the support, care and teaching identified in learners’ individual learning plans and curriculum
• Plan, prepare and deliver sessions and activities to learners supporting the development of knowledge and skills as outlined in their individualised curriculum
• Provide behaviourally based support and reduce behaviours that cause barriers to learning and quality of life
• Ensure learners’ individual needs are met through effective personal care, encouraging and enabling them to maintain acceptable levels of personal and environmental hygiene, including toileting, dressing and washing.
• Support learners’ participation in social, leisure and educational activities within the local community, applying theory-based learning to practice
• Support learners to access employment opportunities in the local community
• Facilitate and support learners in decision making, promoting choice and involvement giving full regard to initiatives aimed at promoting individual empowerment
• Collect, record and analyse data on learners’ progress, ensuring learning support and care is appropriate and effective, making changes where needed
• Once trained, administer medication in accordance with company policies and procedures, and ensure that medical emergencies are dealt with appropriately
• Participate in relevant training to achieve required qualifications and attend mandatory training days/ courses, on- or off-site, as and when required
• Undertake any other tasks which can be reasonably expected in relation to the role