West SILC
Working in partnership to make a difference
Behaviour Support Worker
Permanent
Term time only + 5 days
Car Driver is Essential for this post.
English and Maths GCSE Grade C or equivalent essential.
Pay range C1 - C3 (C3 Starting Salary for the right candidate.)
C1 Starting Salary - £19,346; C3 Starting Salary - £21,804
The BSW will work predominantly in our specialist behaviour provision. The main purpose of the role is to support the work of teaching and senior staff to implement agreed work programmes with individuals or small groups, in and out of the classroom. In order to do this, the successful candidate will need a driving licence and be able to drive the minibus or use their own car. You will support the class teacher in addressing pupils' social, emotional, and behaviour needs as well as supporting academic learning. You will need to establish productive working relationships with pupils, acting as a role model at all times. This role will include communication with parents/carers and external agencies.
The qualities we are looking for include:
* Ability to relate well to children and adults and communicate at all levels
* Ability to deal effectively with students presenting challenging behaviour using de-escalation techniques as appropriate
* Ability to work independently and as part of a wider team
* Knowledge and experience of behaviour management and restorative strategies
* Experience of working with secondary-aged children
* Experience of working with students with additional needs
Appropriate induction and CPD will be provided to the successful candidate.
West SILC is wholly committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Shortlisted candidates will be subject to online checks. Appointments are made subject to a DBS. If you are interested in applying, please complete an application form, explaining how your skills and experiences would help you succeed in this role at West SILC.
We encourage visits to the school; if you wish to visit, please contact the school office.
Further information and how to apply is available online via MyNewTerm.
Online checks will be carried out at the shortlisting stage as part of our Safer Recruitment policy.
West SILC, 4 Town Street, Stanningley,
Leeds LS28 6HL. Tel: 0113 3862450
We promote diversity and want a workforce that reflects the population of Leeds.
This role is based in the UK. Employment is conditional on confirmation of the right to work in the UK - either as a UK or Irish citizen, under the EU Settlement scheme or having secured any other relevant work visa. If you do not have the right to work in the UK and the role does not meet eligibility for sponsorship, please consider carefully whether you meet the eligibility to apply.
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