Behaviour Support Assistant

SEN schools in Wakefield are looking to recruit an Behaviour Support 1-1, who has supported children in KS1-4 as well as who can encourage, motivate and support children within the classroom.

The ideal candidate will have experience of working with children on a 1-1 basis.

Experience of the following would be useful but not essential

• Able to work 5 days a week, full-time
• Ability to bond quickly with the pupil
• Speech and Language Support
• Previous experience of Autism Support within Education
• A current DBS
• Team Teach Qualification
• Passionate about learning and has high expectations for raising pupil attainment
• Approachable and a good communicator
• Has an understanding of different pupil needs and how to meet them.

You should expect

• Weekly Pay
• Pay through PAYE
• Training opportunities
• Planned staff events (the school often arranges bonding activities/nights out)
• Feel valued and welcomed

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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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