Mental Health Youth Support Expiring soon

Mental Health Youth Support (Full-Time)

Location: Salford, Greater Manchester

Start Date: September 2024

Contract Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

About Us: We are a dedicated Primary Pupil Referral Unit (PRU) in Bolton, committed to creating a safe and supportive environment for children who require additional behavioural and emotional support. Our goal is to help each child develop the skills they need to regulate their emotions, engage positively with others, and succeed in their education.

The Role: We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Behaviour Support Assistant to join our team from September 2024. In this full-time role, you will act as a positive role model for our students, supporting them in managing their emotions and behaviours. Your role will be crucial in helping students develop emotional regulation skills, build self-esteem, and foster positive relationships within the school environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as a positive role model for students, demonstrating and promoting appropriate behaviour and emotional regulation.
• Provide one-on-one and group support to students with emotional and behavioural needs, helping them to understand and manage their emotions.
• Assist in the development and implementation of Behaviour Support Plans (BSPs) that focus on emotional regulation and positive behavioural strategies.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, the SENCO, and other professionals to create a nurturing and inclusive learning environment.
• Implement de-escalation strategies and offer calming interventions during moments of heightened emotional distress.
• Encourage and support students in developing self-awareness, resilience, and positive coping mechanisms.
• Monitor and report on student progress, keeping accurate records and providing feedback to staff and parents.
• Contribute to the overall positive ethos of the PRU, promoting respect, empathy, and cooperation among students.

About You:

• Previous experience working with children with emotional and behavioural needs is desirable.
• A passion for being a positive influence in the lives of young people, helping them to develop emotional regulation and social skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trusting and supportive relationships with students.
• Patience, empathy, and a calm approach, especially when working with students during challenging situations.
• A relevant qualification (e.g., Level 2 or 3 in Supporting Teaching and Learning, or similar) is desirable but not essential.
• A commitment to ongoing professional development and a proactive approach to learning new strategies and techniques.

Why Join Us?

• The chance to work with a dedicated team in a rewarding and impactful role.
• A diverse and dynamic school community where your contributions are valued.

How to Apply: To apply, please send your CV and a member of the team will be in touch to discuss the role further.

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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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