Behaviour Support Teaching Assistant

Behaviour Support Teaching Assistant - Immediate Start

Position: Behaviour Support Teaching Assistant
Location: Newport
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM
Salary: Starting at £12.90 per hour
Start Date: ASAP

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of students with additional learning needs and behavioural challenges? This could be your chance to contribute positively as a Behaviour Support Teaching Assistant in Newport.

In this rewarding role, you will support students by creating a positive, inclusive, and nurturing environment tailored to their individual needs. Your work will be instrumental in helping them thrive in both their learning and emotional development.

To succeed in this role, you’ll need the following qualities and skills:

• Empathy & Compassion: The ability to connect with students and provide calming, supportive assistance is key to their success.
• Resilience: Working with students facing behavioural challenges can be tough. A strong sense of resilience will help you manage and overcome these situations effectively.
• Team Player: Collaborating with teachers and other staff members is essential. Strong communication skills and teamwork will make this collaboration smooth and productive.
• Adaptability: Each student is different, and being flexible with your approaches ensures that their unique needs are met.
• Patience: Students who may have emotional or learning difficulties require patience and understanding to help them progress.
• Positive Environment: Promoting and reinforcing good behaviour and a positive classroom atmosphere is crucial for student success.
• Behaviour Management: Experience with or knowledge of behaviour management techniques will help in maintaining a supportive and structured environment for the students.

If you share the school’s values of “Strive, Believe, Achieve,” you will inspire students and help create a hopeful, motivating atmosphere for learning.

Job Requirements:

• Enhanced Child-Only DBS Certificate (we can assist you with this)
• EWC (Education Workforce Council) registration
• Two professional references from the past 24 months

While prior experience working with children with special educational needs is beneficial, we encourage applications from individuals with personal experience or those eager to develop their skills in this field.

Why Work with Teaching Personnel?

At Teaching Personnel, you’ll have a dedicated consultant committed to finding the ideal position for you. Whether you’re new to the education sector or an experienced professional looking to grow, we’ll support you every step of the way. Additionally, you can earn extra money through our Refer a Friend scheme.

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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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