Job Description

Leapfrog Therapies are are modern and progressive company providing a variety of education and therapy services for children and young people. We have an exciting new opportunity for a trainee VB-ABA Therapist to join our team! If you're passionate about delivering values driven behaviour and education programs, this could be the role for you! All programs have behaviour analysis at the core, as well as a strong PBS framework, Verbal Behaviour Approach, and incorporate education research, parenting research, attachment theory and trauma informed care.

This is an ideal position for a

psychology graduate

(or related degree) looking for entry level work to begin to build their experience in the field. Please note that

previous experience with SEN children is essential

for this role, either in your work or personal life. We are looking for someone who is

punctual, reliable and motivated to develop their skills

, while also still able to bring a

fun

approach at work. This is a self-employed role for approximately

6-8 hours per week.

This role will be largely supervised remotely, so it is essential that you are someone

Main duties

:

You will work with 2 clients in

FK1

and

KY11 after school

You will run

4 x 2 hour

sessions per week teaching skills and supporting children using applied behavioural analysis You will have access to virtual training, and direct support once a month per programme (approx. 3 hours per programme), plus a 1-1 call with once a month with a Behavioural Consultant to support you in developing your practise You will attend workshops once a month (reviews of the programme and practical guidance) is essential in addition to your usual sessions You will run therapy alone, in the client's home, using initiative and, keeping resources organised You will run fun, play based, child led and incorporate a lot of natural environment teaching You will provide a neuro-affirming approach and a supportive environment for neurodivergent learners You will provide support for parents, ensuring they understand targets, and answer any questions they may have, with support from your Supervisor Please be aware that as part of play, some running, lifting and general physical activity may be needed You may deal directly with behaviours of concern (e.g. scratching, biting, throwing objects) and learn how to support with these You will work closely with parents and the Behavioural Consultant for your programmes You will follow standard safeguarding procedure and report any concerns whilst you are working You will receive regular support and training from the Supervisor and Consultant (BCBA/UKBA supervision can be included in this role.) You will demonstrate consistent punctuality, be proactive asking questions, and communicate any issues

Essential

:

You must have previous experience working with SEN children

You must be open to learning new approaches and procedures

You must be reliable and committed

You must have excellent communication skills

You must have right to work in the UK and be able to be self-employed

You must have a clean Enhanced DBS check or be willing to get one

You must have a driving license and a car to get to clients

Desirable

:

You may have availability to work with additional children in future

You may have previous experience with PBS or ABA

Please feel free to get in touch with questions!

Leapfrog Therapies

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: 12.50-13.50 per hour

Benefits:

Casual dress Company events Free or subsidised travel Free parking On-site parking Work from home
Application question(s):

Please review the job ad, and confirm you could deliver sessions at these times in these locations, reliably on a weekly basis? Do you have previous SEN experience either in your personal or work life? How would you describe your personality, in three words?
Licence/Certification:

Driving Licence (required)
Work Location: In person

Reference ID: 001