Behaviour Support Assistant
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If you thrive off a challenge and have a persevering personality, this role is ideal for you. The School is based in Launceston and works solely with those that cannot engage in mainstream education due to sever and complex social, emotional and behavioural difficulties. This role truly gives you the opportunity to turn around the lives of our next generation for the better. This role is for an immediate start.
To be considered a real asset to the school, you must demonstrate:
- Experience and knowledge within SEN, predominantly with those that suffer from SEMH
- Ability to provide 1:1 and small group support work
- Level 3 or equivilant
- Strong behaviour management skills
- A Genuine passion for Education
- full driving licence
- Excellent communication, time management and organisational skills
- An energetic and enthusiastic 'can do' attitude about learning
- Both a friendly and professional manor
All students at the school have severe and complex social, emotional and mental health difficulties, SEMH, EBSD and statements of special educational need. Many have been excluded from other schools and are regarded as 'un-teachable' when they join them.
The school environment provides a safe and secure feel. They provide one to one day-time support and a structured learning environment and, despite their challenging personal circumstances, their students make tremendous progress.
We are currently working with numerous vacancies so if this position is not quite for you please do send us your CV to discuss other opportunities more suitable to your requirements. Teaching Personnel partners with a number of SEN schools across Cornwall and St Austell to offer you the latest and best selection of educational positions.
To apply for this position, please send your CV directly through this advertisement or call Dean on 01872 250120
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see teachingpersonnel.com/faqs for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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