Behaviour Support Assistant New

Location: Southampton
Contract Type: Part-time, Temporary (with Temp-to-Perm potential)
Start Date: January 2024 (or sooner)

We are seeking a skilled Behaviour Mentor to join a secondary school in Southampton. You will work with students who struggle with behaviour management, offering support to improve their behaviour, engagement, and academic progress. This is an essential role in ensuring that students with behavioural challenges can succeed in their educational journey.

The Role
As a Behaviour Mentor, your key responsibilities will include:

• Working with students to help them manage and improve their behaviour in the classroom.
• Developing individual behaviour plans and working closely with the SENCO and teachers to implement strategies.
• Providing one-to-one and small group support to students.
• Promoting positive behaviour, self-esteem, and resilience in students.
• Acting as a role model and providing pastoral support when needed.

Why Work Through Teaching Personnel?

• Exclusive Opportunities: We partner with schools looking for dedicated Behaviour Mentors, giving you early access to roles.
• Temp-to-Perm Contracts: Trial the role before committing to a permanent position.
• Tailored Pay: We ensure you are compensated fairly based on your experience and role requirements.
• Ongoing Training: Access to CPD opportunities and support from our recruitment consultants.

Requirements

• Experience in working with students with behavioural difficulties.
• Strong communication and behaviour management skills.
• A passion for supporting students to overcome barriers to learning.
• Patience, resilience, and empathy when dealing with challenging behaviour.

Apply today to become part of a dedicated team making a real difference in students' lives.

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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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