Behaviour Support Assistant

Behaviour Support Assistant - Levenshulme

Teaching Personnel is currently seeking a dedicated and proactive Behaviour Support Assistant to join an Ofsted-rated 'Good' secondary school in Levenshulme. This full-time position is available for an immediate start and will continue until the end of the academic year, with the potential for a permanent role based on performance. The role offers a weekly pay of £419.25 - £500.

Role Overview:

As a Behaviour Support Assistant, you will play a crucial role in supporting students who may face behavioural challenges, helping them to engage positively with their education. This role is ideal for someone with a passion for working with young people, particularly those who may require additional support to succeed academically and socially.

Key Responsibilities:

• 1:1 and Small Group Support: Work closely with students on a one-to-one basis or in small groups to address specific behavioural issues. You will help them develop coping strategies, improve their self-esteem, and encourage positive behaviour both inside and outside the classroom.

• Classroom Assistance: Support teachers in managing classroom behaviour, ensuring a safe and conducive learning environment. Your role will involve monitoring students, intervening when necessary, and helping to maintain classroom order.

• Behavioural Interventions: Implement and monitor behavioural intervention plans, working closely with the school's SENCO (Special Educational Needs Coordinator) and pastoral team. Your input will be vital in creating tailored strategies that meet the individual needs of each student.

• Emotional Support: Provide emotional support to students who may be struggling with personal or social issues. You will be a trusted point of contact, offering guidance and helping students to navigate their challenges.

• Parental Communication: Liaise with parents and carers to keep them informed of their child's progress and any behavioural concerns. You will work to build strong relationships with families, ensuring they are involved in the support process.

• Monitoring and Reporting: Keep detailed records of student behaviour, interventions, and progress. Regularly update teaching staff and senior leadership on the effectiveness of behavioural strategies, and contribute to ongoing assessments.

• Safeguarding: Uphold the highest standards of safeguarding, ensuring the welfare and safety of all students. You will be vigilant in identifying and reporting any concerns, playing a key role in the school's safeguarding procedures.

Requirements:

• A strong interest in working with young people, particularly those with behavioural challenges.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport with students, staff, and parents.
• Patience, empathy, and resilience, with a proactive approach to managing behaviour.
• Experience working in a school setting or with young people is desirable but not essential.
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Benefits:

• Competitive weekly pay between £419.25 - £500.
• The opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of young people.
• Full training and ongoing professional development provided by Teaching Personnel.
• The potential for the role to become permanent, offering long-term career opportunities.
• Experience in a supportive school environment rated 'Good' by Ofsted.

If you are passionate about supporting students and helping them overcome behavioural challenges to succeed in their education, we encourage you to apply. Please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your suitability for the role to Teaching Personnel.

Join us in making a positive impact on the future of young people-apply today!

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.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with Df