Behaviour Support Assistant - Psychology Graduate
Job description
Behavior Support Assistant
Location: Various SEN Specialist Settings across Surrey
Job Description: We are looking for enthusiastic and dedicated Psychology graduates to join our team as Behavior Support Assistants in our SEN specialist settings. As a Behavior Support Assistant, you will work closely with students with Special Educational Needs (SEN), including Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), ADHD, Dyslexia, and other complex needs, to support their behavioral, emotional, and social development.
Responsibilities:
- Implement behavior management strategies and interventions designed to support students with SEN, in collaboration with the SENCO (Special Educational Needs Coordinator) and other professionals.
- Provide one-on-one and small group support to students, helping them to develop positive behaviors and social skills.
- Assist in the assessment and monitoring of students' behavior, progress, and wellbeing, and contribute to the development of individual behavior support plans.
- Work closely with teachers, therapists, and other members of the multidisciplinary team to ensure a holistic approach to supporting students' needs.
- Support students in developing coping strategies and techniques to manage challenging behaviors and regulate emotions.
- Foster a positive and inclusive learning environment where students feel safe, valued, and supported.
Requirements:
- A degree in Psychology or related field.
- Experience working with individuals with SEN or challenging behaviors, preferably in an educational or therapeutic setting, is desired but not essential.
- Knowledge of behavior management principles and strategies, with an understanding of how they can be applied to support individuals with diverse needs.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport with students, parents, and colleagues.
- Patience, empathy, and a genuine passion for making a positive difference in the lives of individuals with SEN.
If you are a Psychology graduate with a passion for supporting individuals with SEN, we would love to hear from you.
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website 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.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.
Similar jobs
Salary
£83 - 95 per day
Location free text
Guildford
Job Type
Flexible Working
Salary
Less than £100 per day
£10 - £19 per hour
Sector
SEND Support
Location
Guildford
Description
Learning Support AssistantLocation: Surrey, United KingdomJob Description: We are seeking passionate and dedicated Learning Support Assistants to join our team in supporting students with SEN in schoo
Reference
KH SEN LSA 3
Expiry Date
DD01YY
Author
Thames Valley South SENAuthor
Thames Valley South SENSalary
£83 - 95 per day
Location free text
Guildford
Job Type
Flexible Working
Salary
Less than £100 per day
£10 - £19 per hour
Sector
SEND Support
Location
Guildford
Description
Psychology Graduate - Behaviour Support AssistantHours: 8:30-15:30pm or 08:30-16:30pm (Extra hours will be paid accordingly)Pay: £83-95 a day, depending on experienceWorking Pattern: Monday - Friday,
Reference
KH Psych Grad 5
Expiry Date
DD01YY
Author
Thames Valley SENAuthor
Thames Valley SENSalary
£83 - 95 per day
Location free text
Woking
Job Type
Flexible Working
Salary
Less than £100 per day
£10 - £19 per hour
Sector
SEND Support
Location
Surrey
Description
Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of students with Special Educational Needs (SEN)? Do you have a nurturing and patient nature, combined with a commitment to supporting young l
Reference
KH BSA 2
Expiry Date
DD01YY
Author
Thames Valley SENAuthor
Thames Valley SENSalary
£83 - 95 per day
Location free text
Farnham
Job Type
Flexible Working
Salary
Less than £100 per day
£10 - £19 per hour
Sector
SEND Support
Location
Surrey
Description
Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of students with Special Educational Needs (SEN)? Do you have a nurturing and patient nature, combined with a commitment to supporting young l
Reference
KH BSA
Expiry Date
DD01YY
Author
Thames Valley SENAuthor
Thames Valley SENRelated posts
Register with us
for work in schools across England & Wales
Register today
Recent jobs
Salary
£80 - 90 per day
Location free text
Milton Keynes
Job Type
Full Time
Salary
Less than £100 per day
Sector
SEN General
Location
Milton Keynes
Description
Job Title: Full-Time SEN Teaching Assistant Location: Milton KeynesAre you passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of children with Special Educational Needs (SEN)? Do you have the
Reference
RF02/05
Expiry Date
DD05YY
Author
Northants & Counties SENAuthor
Northants & Counties SENSalary
£30k - 40k per year
Location free text
Peterborough
Job Type
Full Time
Salary
£20,000 - £29,999
£30,000 - £39,999
£100 - £199 per day
Sector
Teacher
Location
Peterborough
Description
Teaching Personnel are working with a large trust of Primary Schools in Peterborough, ranging from 1 form to 3 form entry 3 form entry, who have recently reached out to us requiring additional Teachin
Reference
JCPBOROSPPLY2024A
Expiry Date
DD05YY
Author
Cambridge PrimaryAuthor
Cambridge PrimarySalary
£30k - 47k per year
Location free text
Rochdale
Job Type
Full Time
Salary
£30,000 - £39,999
£40,000 - £49,999
Sector
Science
Location
Rochdale
Description
Calling all Qualified Science Teachers! Are you a qualified Science Teacher looking for a new opportunity in the Secondary Education sector? With September fast approaching, we have a number of exciti
Reference
8745632
Expiry Date
DD05YY
Author
Manchester North SecondaryAuthor
Manchester North SecondarySalary
£90 - 110 per day + PAYE
Location free text
Camden
Job Type
Flexible Working
Salary
Less than £100 per day
£100 - £199 per day
Sector
Primary SEN Support
Location
Camden
Description
Teaching Personnel are currently working in partnership with an ‘outstanding’ OFSTED-rated Primary school based in the London borough of Camden who have reached out to us to source an experienced one
Reference
0205YR1TCH
Expiry Date
DD05YY
Author
London NorthAuthor
London NorthSalary
£83.85 - 83.85 per day
Location free text
Swansea
Job Type
Full Time
Salary
Less than £100 per day
£10 - £19 per hour
Sector
Autism
Location
Swansea
Description
Do you want to make a difference in children’s lives?Do you have what it takes to inspire the next generation?TEACHING PERSONNEL are seeking Teaching Assistants in the Swansea area for an immediate st
Reference
STFTA
Expiry Date
DD05YY
Author
Swansea PrimaryAuthor
Swansea PrimarySalary
£120 - 150 per day
Location free text
Harrow
Job Type
Flexible Working
Salary
£100 - £199 per day
Sector
Teacher
Location
Harrow
Description
Newly Qualified Teacher RolesLocation: West London AreaFull Time positionPay: £120 to £150 per dayAre you looking to gain experience as a newly qualified teacher? OR need a placement for your ECT year
Reference
380
Expiry Date
DD05YY
Author
West London PrimaryAuthor
West London PrimarySalary
£85 - 110 per day
Location free text
Westminster
Job Type
Full Time
Salary
£10 - £19 per hour
£20 - £29 per hour
Sector
SEND Support
Location
Westminster
Description
Behaviour Support RoleStart Date: Immediate/September 2024 Start Date!Details: Alternative Provision Alternative Provision based in Westminster looking for an SEMH TAFull-time, Monday - Friday, 8:30
Reference
Beachcroft SEMH RS
Expiry Date
DD05YY
Author
London SENAuthor
London SENSalary
£83 - 85 per day
Location free text
Cardiff
Job Type
Full Time
Salary
£10 - £19 per hour
Sector
Teaching Assistant
Location
Cardiff
Description
Job Title: 1:1 Behavioural SupportLocation: Cardiff, WalesHours: Full Time (08:30 – 15:30)Pay: £83.85 per day (paid weekly)Start date: June 3rd About the Role:Behaviour support workers play a crucial
Reference
RSHDTA
Expiry Date
DD05YY
Author
Cardiff East PrimaryAuthor
Cardiff East Primary