Behavioural Support Assistant

Job Advertisement: Behavioural Support Assistant (PRU School, Liverpool)

Location: Liverpool
Position: Behavioural Support Assistant
Contract: Full-time, Temp to Perm
Salary: Competitive, based on experience

Are you passionate about making a positive difference in young people’s lives? Do you have experience supporting students with additional behavioural needs in specialist settings? If so, we’d love to hear from you!

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Behavioural Support Assistant to join a team at a Pupil Referral Unit (PRU) based in Liverpool. This full-time, temp-to-perm role offers a fantastic opportunity for a caring individual to help create a supportive and engaging environment for young people who need it most.

Responsibilities:

• Providing one-on-one and small group support to students, helping them manage behaviour and engage positively in learning
• Assisting with classroom activities and implementing behaviour support plans
• Building positive relationships with students to promote social, emotional, and academic development
• Working collaboratively with teachers, support staff, and external agencies to provide consistent and effective support

Requirements:

• Previous experience in a PRU, SEMH, or similar setting is highly desirable
• A compassionate, patient, and resilient approach to working with young people
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to build trust and rapport with students
• Flexibility, adaptability, and a commitment to fostering a safe and positive learning environment

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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