Graduate Behaviour Analyst

Graduate Behaviour Analyst

Surrey

£25K per annum

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.

About

* 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

You

* Educated to a degree level

* Desire to progress a career in Social Care and the field of Behaviour Analysis

* Professional, personal or voluntary experience of working with adults or young people with disabilities

* Comfortable working with adults who exhibit challenging behaviour

* Comfortable supporting others with personal/intimate care where required

* Ability to keep calm in high pressure situations

* Interest in special educational needs, specifically autism

* Passionate about helping others learn and develop skills

* A positive, patient, caring and can-do attitude

* Ability to work as part of a team and build good working relationships with learners, parents and staff

* Ability to keep accurate records and reports to track learner progress

* Confidence in maintaining confidentiality and discretion

* Willingness to learn more about autism and how best to support autistic adult learners

About Us

We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we're happy to discuss flexible working options.

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