Behaviour Supprot Assistant

Behaviour Support Assistant
Location: Abergavenny
Start Date: ASAP
⏰ Hours: 8:30am – 3:30pm
Pay: £83.85 - £100 per day

Teaching Personnel are looking for a dedicated Behaviour Support Assistant to support pupils in a secondary school setting (ages 11-16).

This is a secondary school based in Abergavenny, the school is situated just a 5 minute walk from the town centre. This role involves working one-to-one and in small groups, helping students overcome barriers to learning and develop positive relationships.

As a Behaviour Support Assistant you may be required to work 1:1 with pupils along with taking the lead in small group sessions.

Role Overview:

• Supporting students with challenging behaviour, helping them manage emotions and improve social skills.
• Working collaboratively with staff to create a positive learning environment.
• Using sports-based interventions to engage and motivate pupils. (Coaching experience or sports-related qualifications are highly desirable.)

Ideal Candidate:

• Reliable & flexible – able to adapt to short-notice placements.

• Confident & approachable – with a positive and engaging manner.
• Experienced – previous work in a similar role is preferred.
• Passionate – committed to helping pupils progress at their own pace.
• Strong in behaviour management – able to implement effective strategies.
• Sporting background – experience in sports or coaching is beneficial.

Requirements:

• Enhanced DBS check (registered on the update service or willing to apply).
• EWC registration (or willingness to register).
• Two recent references to verify experience.
• Right to work in the UK.

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.
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