Behaviour Analyst

As a Behaviour Analyst, you will work as part of a class team supporting autistic pupils to learn, communicate and develop greater independence.

You will guide the team’s understanding of behaviour as communication, oversee pupils’ individual programmes and help colleagues adapt teaching and the environment around each pupil’s needs. You will work alongside teachers, speech and language therapists and occupational therapists, as well as pupils’ families.

This is a hands-on role. You will spend time in the classroom, support colleagues to develop their practice and use assessment to understand what pupils are communicating through their behaviour.

About us

BeyondAutism is leading autism education for autistic children and young adults from 15 months to 25 years, through Early Years, specialist education, Post-19 and Outreach services. We work alongside families and education professionals, sharing practical strategies and expertise that help autistic learners participate, succeed and remain included in education and community life.

About the role

As a Behaviour Analyst, you’ll play a leading role in supporting autistic learners by:

• oversee the education and progress of pupils in your class, including individual curriculum plans and support strategies
• train, guide and demonstrate practice to Teaching and Learning Practitioners, Advanced Skills Practitioners and other colleagues
• assess and monitor pupil progress, develop Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and adapt teaching in response
• support the team to understand what behaviour is communicating and develop appropriate plans in response
• work alongside teachers, speech and language therapists and occupational therapists to bring each discipline’s targets into the pupil’s programme
• work with parents and carers to discuss progress, share practical strategies and respond to concerns
• contribute to Annual Reviews, Special Educational Needs Tribunals and other meetings supporting pupils
• support clear communication, good classroom organisation and health and safety
• support pupils to develop independence while safeguarding their wellbeing, including contributing to care plans and risk assessments

We welcome applications from people who reflect the diversity of the communities we serve.

BeyondAutism is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young adults. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check.

How to apply

Please send your CV and a covering letter to recruitment@beyondautism.org.uk.