Behaviour Assistant

Axcis Education Recruitment; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Axcis Education Recruitment is seeking a caring Support staff member for a PRU in Barnet, focused on assisting students with social, emotional and mental health needs. Candidates should possess strong interpersonal skills and experience with SEMH, contributing to a supportive learning environment.

Benefits

Access to regular training events

Shopping vouchers for referrals

Qualifications

• Experience working with students with SEMH.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to effectively manage challenging behaviours.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with academic and emotional development.
• Implementing strategies to de-escalate challenging situations.
• Maintaining accurate records and documentation.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Patience

Empathy

De-escalation skills

Education

Relevant qualifications or training

Job description

Currently seeking a caring and understanding individual to work in a PRU in Barnet. The PRU pride themselves on placing young people at the heart of their approach to education, ensuring that learning is personalised according to individual needs and this is achieved with the support of a dedicated and skilled team of staff, well supported by their Management Committee, parents/carers and other professionals. As a Support staff member, the ideal candidate will have experience working with students with social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs. De-escalation skills are a bonus, as they play a crucial role in creating a safe and supportive learning environment. Key Responsibilities: • Assisting with academic and emotional development • Implementing strategies to de-escalate challenging situations • Collaborating with colleagues and support staff • Maintaining accurate records and documentation • Providing personalised support to a designated student Requirements: Previous experience working with students with SEMH Strong communication and interpersonal skills Patience, empathy, and compassion Ability to remain calm under pressure Relevant qualifications or training is desirable Effectively manage challenging behaviours Working hours: 8:30 AM – 4 PM Role: Support for students with SEMH Needs Location: Barnet Axcis offer access to regular training events and seminars with renowned SEND Professionals

If you are interested, then please click on the apply button and contact Jessica Flowerdew on 0207 580 2956 | Ext: 1061.

If you are not interested in this role but know someone else who might be, don't forget that we offer £50 in shopping vouchers if you refer a friend to us and we place them in the job. For more details, contact your local Axcis office.

This is a temporary position, unless stated otherwise.

Axcis is an equal opportunities employer and as such we do not discriminate based on age, gender, disability, race or any other equal opportunities criteria.

The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

As such, you will be required to provide an up to date DBS, or be prepared to allow Axcis to process one on your behalf, in addition to other mandatory compliance checks in line with the DfE guidelines (for details please see our website).

Axcis Education is an employment agency offering temporary supply work for daily, short-term and long-term assignments in addition to permanent positions.

You must be suitably qualified for the position advertised and be prepared to attend a face to face interview with Axcis to demonstrate your suitability for this role.

Salary / Pay Rate will be dependent on your skills and experience.

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Contact: Jessica Flowerdew

Telephone: [phone] | Ext: 1061