SEN Behaviour Analyst - Graduate

JR United Kingdom; Waverley; On-site; GBP 23,000; Part time

Job summary

A prestigious education institution in Waverley is seeking a SEN Behaviour Analyst to support autistic children through tailored education strategies. Candidates should have a psychology degree or experience working with complex needs children. This role offers professional development opportunities, including a fully funded training pathway in Educational Psychology, and the chance to work in a collaborative environment with specialists.

Benefits

9 weeks paid holidays

Daily transport from central Guildford

Regular opportunities for pay progression

Qualifications

• A psychology degree (or in final year pending completion) or professional experience with children and disabilities.
• Desire to work with children with complex needs.
• Ability to remain calm in high-pressure situations.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with individualised curriculums.
• Monitor and record pupils' progress.
• Assist during meals and personal care.

Skills

Empathy

Communication skills

Behaviour analysis techniques

Education

Psychology degree (or in final year)

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04.08.2025

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Job Description:

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!

Please note: This role is also known as Trainee SEN Teacher, SEN Teaching Assistant or Trainee CABAS Teacher

Salary: £23,000 PA plus a £1000 joining bonus

Hours:Monday, Wednesday, Thursday: 8:45am 4:45pm, Tuesday: 8:45am 5:30pm, Friday: 8:45am 4:30pmPart Timeworking is available - with a minimum of 3 days to include Tuesdays and Fridays

Role Summary

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 emotionaldevelopment. Our Graduates will receive support and regular supervision from some of the UKs leading and internationally recognised Behaviour Analytic experts whilst also making a real difference to the lives of autistic children.

How do SEN Behaviour Analyst Support the Team?

• Supporting pupils to work through their individualised curriculums by planning, preparing and delivering lessons and activities that focus on our pupils communication and life skills
• Monitoring and recording pupils progress, to ensure teaching is appropriate and promotes each childs personal development
• Contributing to research studies and undertaking training to support your own personal development
• Providing behaviourally based support to replace and reduce behaviours that impact the quality of life for pupils
• Supporting pupils to participate in trips, applying theory-based learning to practice
• Assisting and encouraging pupils during playground, break and meal times
• Providing personal care and encouraging pupils to maintain good levels of hygiene

What can we offer our SEN Behaviour Analyst?

• 9 weeks paid holidays, sociable hours and term time only working - Dont give up the school holidays just yet!
• Daily transport to and from central Guildford
• Regular opportunities for pay progression - Within as little as just 6 months from joining!
• Career advancement opportunities to senior roles such as Lead Teacher and Class Supervisor
• The chance to work alongside multidisciplinary teams of behaviour analysts, teachers, SLTs and occupational therapists
• Benefits such as our pension scheme, staff wellbeing and support facilities, free parking and our fantastic employee discount platform

Training and Development for SEN Behaviour Analyst?

• A fully funded training pathway worth over £13,000 to help build a career in Educational Psychology
• Behaviour analysis specific qualifications including Teaching Accreditations, Registered Behaviour Technician (RBT), Board Certified Behaviour Analysis certification (BCBA) and UK Society for Behaviour Analysis certification (UKBA(cert))
• A Masters in High Incidence & Disabilities
• Access to a wide range of Education & Childcare courses including RQF CACHE Level 2, 3 & 4 in Early Years, Learning Difficulties and Teaching & Learning
• In situ teacher training and observations in the classroom
• Industry Training such as PROACT-SCIPr-UK Certification, Safeguarding, Emergency Medication, Behaviour Management, Personal Care, Autism, first aid, epilepsy and much more to build your CV

What will you need to apply for the SEN Behaviour Analyst role?

• A psychology degree (or in final year pending completion) or professional, personal or voluntary experience of working with children and disabilities
• The desire to work with children with complex needs
• The ability to keep calm in high pressure situations
• Comfortable supporting others with personal/intimate care where required

ABOUT JIGSAW

Jigsaw Trust is a registered charityinspired by autismin 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, andJigsawPlusa 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 Parkproviding work experience and volunteering opportunities in a public-facing setting, andJigsaw GARDENworksenabling learners of all ages to embark on a range of gardening and related outdoor activities.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff to share this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to a satisfactory enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) of which the cost will be covered by Jigsaw