Behaviour Specialist

Foundry College; Wokingham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in Wokingham is seeking a Behaviour Specialist to support schools in managing pupil behaviour. The role involves assisting teachers, implementing behaviour programmes, and maintaining records for pupil progress. Candidates should possess skills in delivering training and collaborating with educational professionals. This position is vital for enhancing the educational experience of pupils facing behavioural challenges.

Qualifications

• Ability to support teachers in setting targets for behavioural improvement.
• Experience in implementing behaviour programmes.
• Skills in record keeping and reporting on pupil progress.

Responsibilities

• Support teachers in setting achievable targets for behavioural improvement.
• Implement specific behaviour programmes and assist in evaluations.
• Produce reports on identified pupils as necessary.

Job description

Main Tasks / Accountabilities

This is not intended to be an exhaustive or definitive list. You may be required to carry out other duties where necessary.

Support for Schools in the Supervision of Behaviour

• To support teachers in the setting of realistic and achievable targets for behavioural improvement, advising on suitable methods and approaches for achieving the identified target.
• To implement specific behaviour programmes and be involved in the monitoring, review and evaluation of these.
• To produce reports on identified pupils, as necessary, be prepared to contribute to the annual review of those pupils with an EHCP plan where required to do so.
• To keep records of work undertaken and provide feedback and data on caseload when required.
• To keep records of work undertaken and provide feedback to schools, parents and other professionals.
• To write and deliver training programmes as and when required, to a range of professionals.
• To model behaviour support techniques and support teaching assistants in schools.
• To support the induction, mentoring and training of other Foundry College Behaviour Specialists.
• To liaise and work with mainstream schools as requested by the Outreach Strategic Lead when a pupil is reintegrated following a permanent exclusion.
• To help pupils to improve their ability to respond positively within their educational setting.