Job Title: Behaviour Support Assistant
Location: West Cornwall Redruth
Job Type: Temporary, expected to work Full-Time hours
Primary Industry: Education and Training
Secondary Industry: Education and Training
Salary: £400-£420
Job Duties:
- Provide support and assistance to students with challenging behaviour in an educational setting
- Implement behaviour management strategies and interventions as directed by the school's behaviour policy
- Assist in the development and implementation of individualised behaviour plans for students
- Support students in their academic and social development, helping to create a positive learning environment
- Supervise and ensure the safety and well-being of students during lessons and activities
- Collaborate with teachers, parents, and other professionals to effectively address students' behavioural needs
- Maintain accurate records and documentation of students' progress and behaviour incidents
- Participate in training and professional development activities to enhance knowledge and skills in behaviour support
Required Qualifications:
- Previous experience working with children or young adults with challenging behaviour
- Strong understanding of behaviour management strategies and techniques
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to remain calm and patient in challenging situations
- A positive and empathetic approach towards students
- Good organisational skills and the ability to prioritise tasks
- Flexibility to adapt to changing needs and demands
- Valid DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) clearance
Education:
Experience:
- Proven experience working in a similar role, preferably within an educational setting
Knowledge and Skills:
- Understanding of child development and the impact of behaviour on learning
- Familiarity with relevant legislation and policies related to behaviour support in education
- Ability to effectively de-escalate and manage challenging behaviour
- Knowledge of different behaviour management strategies and interventions
- Proficient in using basic computer applications and record-keeping systems
Preferred Qualifications:
- Additional certifications or training in behaviour support or related field
- Experience working with students with special educational needs
Working Conditions:
The Behaviour Support Assistant will primarily work within an educational setting, such as a school or college, in the Redruth area. The role may require the individual to work with students who exhibit challenging behaviour. The working hours will be full-time, and the position is temporary in nature. The assistant may need to adapt to varying schedules and participate in occasional training and professional development activities.
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.
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.
