Recruitment Information Pack Trainee Applied Behaviour Analysis Tutor
Job description Role Purpose To support the multi discipline team in ensuring the efficient and effective running of the class to meet the day to day needs of the pupils Be committed to own personal development to support the effective delivery of learning to pupils. Key Accountabilities & Dimensions Training Commitment to reflective practice, undertaking appropriate continuing professional development to acquire the necessary knowledge of autism, curriculum, including the National Curriculum and ABA principles and practice; to strengthen teaching and ensure that pupils learn and make progress in line with expectations. Ensure timely completion of assessment requirements associated with the ABA Tutor training programme i.e portfolio, lesson observations and presentations. Teaching and learning Deliver 1:1 intensive teaching, paired and small group teaching, and learner sessions using a behavioural approach (ABA/PBS) across a variety of settings as directed by the Class Leader. Key worker for one child in the class responsible for ensuring Class Leader and Trans disciplinary Team recommendations, directions and programmes are carried out to support outstanding teaching and learning. Supervise indoor/outdoor break time s snack/lunch. Provide personal care (e.g. toileting, nappy changing, dressing and feeding and medication as agreed by Head Teacher) for pupils Supervise and support community based learning and educational visits. Responsible for safeguarding the health and safety of pupils, including maintaining a physically safe environment and following risk assessments as appropriate. Ensure that salient pupil progress data is collected, summed and graphed. Responsible for regularly communicating data to Class Leader and Trans disciplinary Team. Responsible for ensuring all pupil files, pen portraits, home/school book are written and updated. Ensure all data/descriptions are shared with Class Leader and Trans disciplinary Team for other reports. Responsible for ensuring accurate and appropriate data collection systems are followed and used as an effective assessment for learning tools. Ensure that salient pupil progress data is collected, summed and graphed. Responsible for regularly communicating data to Teacher, ABA Supervisor and Consultant. Ensuring all paperwork concerning key child is in order, up-to-date and stored appropriately. 2
Safeguarding and Safety Ensure risk assessments, and emergency plans are followed up in line with policy and procedures. Ensure safe working practices Ensure accurate and timely reporting of safeguarding and health and safety incidents; medication errors; other incidents and accidents errors are appropriate reported. Resources Responsible for all production, organisation and maintenance of appropriate teaching materials and resources to support personalised targets Ensure the upkeep of general school resources and maintain the tidiness of space, rooms and cupboards General Understand and actively implement all school policies Participate in class, multi-professional, school and all staff meetings Carry out any other duties from time to time as appropriate Ensure effective communication (the right information, to the right people, at the right time) Responsible for the health and safety of self and others using proactive and reactive approaches. This may include using positive behaviour techniques. To undertake any other appropriate responsibilities and duties that may arise as require Person Specification Knowledge/Qualifications Degree / qualification or ability to demonstrate similar academic level Degree in relevant area e.g. National Curriculum Subject/Psychology/Social Studies/Health and Social Care/Education etc. Specific Knowledge, Experience & Technical Skills Able to demonstrate a commitment to a two year development programme focused on teaching children with autism using the principles of ABA Desire to learn about the Curriculum, including the National Curriculum and its application when working with children and young people with autism Desire to learn about and apply ABA theory and practice within the context of teaching children and young people with autism. Experience of working/volunteering with children and young adults with special educational needs Able to demonstrate an understanding of child development Able to demonstrate an understanding and personal commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people Experience of working with children with Autism aged 3 14/working with young people with Autism aged 14+ 3
Experience of working within a school/fe College/Social Enterprise Knowledge of the Curriculum, including the National Curriculum Experience of supporting the delivery of theory and practice and of applying the principles of ABA Knowledge of ABA theory and practice and of applying the principles of ABA Committed to reflective practice and a desire to receive ongoing feedback Experience of supporting the delivery of theory and practice and of applying the principles of ABA Personal Attributes Coachable - ability to take constructive feedback Excellent communication both verbal and written English ability to communicate effectively with children and adults Good standard of literacy and numeracy Able to build good relationships and work effectively as a member of a team Good analytical skills Good organisation and planning skills Able to stay calm in a crisis Good IT skills (in order to make resources) Good appreciation of health and safety in the workplace, data protection principles and equal opportunities Able to communicate effectively with a range of stakeholders Able to work effectively as a member of a multidisciplinary team Ability to work using own initiative Physically and emotionally resilient in order to work with children and young adults with autism who may have behaviour that challenges. Safeguarding Ambitious about Autism is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment Good appreciation of health and safety in the workplace, data protection principles and equal opportunities 4
Benefits Overview Some of our benefits at Ambitious about Autism include: School closure is 48 days per year Bike Facilities Life Assurance Health Cash Plan Eye Tests and Eye care 24 hour Employee Assistance Programme Pension Scheme Enhanced Maternity and Adoption Leave How to apply To apply please send your application form and equal opportunities monitoring form to jobs@ambitiousaboutautism.org.uk with the job title of the role in the subject line. 5