Behaviour Support Assistant

Carmarthenshire, Carmarthenshire, Ammanford

Temporary, Full-Time

Education and Training

£83.85 - £83.85 Per day

• Provide support to students with challenging behaviour in an educational setting.
• Assist in implementing behaviour management strategies as directed by the SENCO or teacher.
• Work one-on-one or in small groups to help students develop social and emotional skills.
• Observe and report on student behaviour patterns and progress to the relevant school staff.
• Support the overall well-being and safety of students during school hours.

• Minimum of GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths.
• Previous experience working with children or young people, particularly those with behavioural challenges.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to remain calm and patient in challenging situations.
• Welsh language- desirable

GCSEs in English and Maths or equivalent

Previous experience working with children or young people

• Understanding of behaviour management techniques in an educational setting.
• Ability to build rapport and trust with students.
• Basic knowledge of child development and psychology.

• Level 2 or 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (desired)
• Training in positive behaviour support or similar approaches.

• Work primarily during school hours.
• May involve some outdoor activities or physical intervention in certain situations.
• Collaboration with teachers, SENCO, and other school staff.

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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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