Behaviour Support Assistant - Primary School

Overview

As a Behaviour Support Assistant, you will provide essential support to students with behavioural difficulties in a primary school setting. This role involves working closely with students, teachers, and external professionals to support their behaviour and promote a positive and safe learning environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide one-on-one or small group support to students with behavioural difficulties.
• Assist in implementing behaviour management strategies as directed by the SENCO or class teacher.
• Monitor and record student progress and behaviour patterns to inform future support plans.
• Collaborate with teachers, parents, and external agencies to support students' behaviour improvement.
• Help create and maintain a positive and safe learning environment for all students.

Requirements:

• Experience working with children or young people in an educational or care setting.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to remain calm and patient in challenging situations.
• Understanding of child development and behaviour management techniques.

Education and Experience:

• GCSEs or equivalent qualifications in English and Maths.
• Additional training or qualifications in child development or behaviour management is desirable.
• Prior experience working with children with behavioural difficulties is preferred.
• Experience in implementing behaviour support plans or interventions.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Knowledge of safeguarding procedures and child protection policies.
• Ability to build positive relationships with students, staff, and parents.
• Good observational and reporting skills.
• Basic IT skills for record-keeping and communication.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Level 2 or 3 qualification in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools.
• Training in de-escalation techniques or positive behaviour support.

Working Conditions:

• This is a temporary position based in a primary school in Preston, Lancashire, North West England.
• Full-time hours are expected, with occasional flexibility required.
• The role may involve some physical activity and the ability to respond quickly to behavioural incidents.

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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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