Youth Behaviour Support Assistant New

Job Title: Youth Behaviour Support Assistant 
Location: B33
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent

Are you passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of young people? Do you have the resilience and experience to work with students who present Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) challenges? We are looking for a dedicated Youth Behaviour Support Assistant to join our specialist provision in B33, supporting students with SEMH needs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide tailored support to students with SEMH needs, helping them to engage with their learning and personal development.
• Manage and de-escalate challenging behaviour, using a calm and proactive approach.
• Work closely with teaching staff and other professionals to create a safe, supportive learning environment.
• Assist with the development of individual behaviour support plans and interventions.
• Foster positive relationships with students, acting as a role model and mentor.

Requirements:

• Resilience and the ability to remain calm and patient when faced with challenging behaviour.
• A current DBS on the update service (essential).
• Relevant experience working with young people in environments such as youth services, support work, probation, police, prison services, or similar fields (preferable).
• A good understanding of SEMH and strategies to support young people with these needs.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people.

What We Offer:

• A supportive and inclusive work environment.
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
• The chance to make a real impact in the lives of young people.

If you have a background in support work, youth services, probation, police, or similar roles and are passionate about working with young people, we want to hear from you!

Apply using your CV via the link provided.

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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