Do you have a passion for supporting young people in overcoming challenges? We are looking for compassionate and resilient Behaviour Support Assistant for long-term roles in secondary special needs schools in Plymouth. This is a great opportunity to make a positive impact working within a large Trust on a full-time basis.
This trust caters for children across KS3-4 who have SEMH, Autism and present challenging behaviour.
We are seeking a Behaviour Support Assistant with strong behaviour management skills, a willingness to learn, grow and develop, and invest in a long-term contract at the school.
Responsibilities of a Behaviour Support Assistant:
1. Guide students as Learning Mentor, offering personalised guidance and support.
2. Collaborate with teachers, therapists, and parents to develop comprehensive support plans.
3. Foster a nurturing environment that promotes improved social interactions and communication skills.
4. Assist with daily tasks, academic activities, and implement effective interventions to address behavior challenges and promote positive outcomes.
Requirements for a Behaviour Support Assistant:
1. Be available ASAP on a full-time basis.
2. Effective communication abilities to ensure clear interactions.
3. Demonstrated patience and empathy along with flexibility and adaptability.
4. Dedication to the success of students.
To work with GSL Education, you should:
1. Have the right to work in the UK.
2. Have an up-to-date CV with two relevant references from within the last 2 years.
3. Have a DBS registered to the update service or be happy to apply for one with GSL Education.
4. Those with a UK driving licence and access to a car will be prioritised.
Please be advised that this role requires strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection or willingness to take a course on safeguarding. Successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks including an enhanced DBS on the update service.
For more information about this position, please contact Genevieve Currie at GSL Education as soon as possible. To apply for this role, please apply via the application link or visit gsleducation to apply online.
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