Behaviour Support Worker - North London

Beam ABA Services; London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization in London is seeking passionate individuals to support young adults with autism and learning disabilities. As part of a dedicated team, you will focus on enhancing life skills and community participation. Full training is provided, and the role includes implementing best practices in ABA and PBS. Candidates with a clean UK driving license and relevant experience are encouraged to apply. Competitive salary and benefits offered.

Benefits

Fully accredited training and qualifications

Employee Assistance Programme

Wellbeing cashback benefits

Discounts from local stores and tech companies

30 days' paid holiday

Cycle-to-work scheme

Tech discounts

Free training

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of experience with individuals with learning disabilities or autism.
• Experience supporting non-verbal individuals.

Responsibilities

• Implement person-centred programmes using ABA and PBS best practices.
• Support service users by teaching functional and communication skills.
• Monitor and record data accurately daily.

Skills

Applied experience

Communication skills

Education

Degree in Psychology

Job description

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About the Role

Are you passionate about supporting young adults with autism and learning disabilities? Do you want to work in an organisation rated 'Outstanding' by the CQC?

We are recruiting full-time staff for established home and community-based programmes across North London, specifically Brent, Haringey, and Camden Boroughs. You will work as part of a team supporting service users with autism and learning disabilities, focusing on life skills and community participation. We welcome experienced graduates, professionals from other disciplines interested in supporting teenagers and young adults, and candidates with experience in ABA or PBS settings. Beam ABA Services adopts a "positive risk taking" approach to increase independence and improve quality of life for the young people we support.

Requirements: You must have a clean UK driving licence that allows you to drive an automatic car, with no penalty points or offences.

Benefits

• Fully accredited training and qualifications offered for free after passing probation, including RBT, BCBA, UK-BA supervision, NVQ Level 3/5/7 courses.
• All staff receive an iPhone for work purposes.
• Employee Assistance Programme, including cashback on healthcare and access to counselling.
• Wellbeing cashback benefits and discounts from local stores and tech companies.

We operate 7 days a week; successful candidates should be available to work weekdays and weekends. Full training and supervision will be provided. All staff must adhere to our Code of Conduct.

Note: Visa sponsorship is available for candidates already residing in the UK. We cannot sponsor overseas candidates at this time.

Key Responsibilities

• Implement person-centred programmes using ABA and PBS best practices.
• Support service users by teaching functional and communication skills, promoting empowerment.
• Monitor and record data accurately daily.
• Support individuals during crises, including behaviours of concern.
• Assist with personal care and self-help skills.
• Model professional behaviour and ensure programme materials are organized.
• Attend training, meetings, and complete e-learning modules.
• Promote safeguarding and wellbeing.
• Implement positive handling plans as required.
• Support during evenings and weekends.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Skills

• At least 1 year of applied experience working with individuals with learning disabilities or autism.
• Experience supporting non-verbal individuals and promoting alternative communication.

Preferred Qualifications

• Degree in Psychology or related field.
• 2+ years of relevant experience.
• Experience with behaviours of concern and ABA/PBS methodologies.
• Clean UK driver’s license.

Compensation and Additional Benefits

• Hourly rate: £12.82-£13.50; salary from £25,000-£26,325 for 37.5 hours/week, with overtime potential.
• 30 days' paid holiday pro-rata.
• Support for professional development, including RBT, MSc in ABA, BCaBA, BCBA, NVQ Levels.
• Costs covered for DBS checks.
• Immediate start for eligible candidates.
• Additional benefits: cashback schemes, cycle-to-work, tech discounts, Blue Light Card, and free training.

Other Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Other