Behaviour Support Assistant

Protocol Education Ltd; Harrogate; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free online safeguarding training

Supportive work environment

Opportunity for permanent position

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking passionate Child Support Staff to join their dedicated team. This role involves providing essential support to KS3 and KS4 students facing various challenges, ensuring they receive the education and care necessary for their success. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills, resilience, and a commitment to safeguarding young people's well-being. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a positive impact in the lives of students who need it most, all while working in an inclusive and supportive environment. If you are ready to take on a fulfilling role in education, we encourage you to apply.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children with complex needs is essential.
• Ability to manage challenging behaviour effectively.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one support to students transitioning to the school.
• Work with small groups to ensure tailored educational support.

Skills

Child Support

Behaviour Management

Communication Skills

Resilience

Education

DBS Certificate

Professional References

Job description

Behaviour & Inclusion Support - Immediate starts - Full Time

(Pay is based on experience & qualifications)

We are currently seeking a passionate and dedicated Child Support Staff to join the team at a specialist setting in North Yorkshire. This school provides an exceptional education for students who are unable to attend mainstream schools, whether due to exclusion, illness, or other reasons. As a member of our team, you will play a crucial role in providing these students with a suitable education, enabling them to thrive in their academic and personal development.

The Role

As a Child Support Staff, you will be working with KS3 and KS4 children who are transitioning to our school. This will involve providing one-on-one support, as well as working with small groups, to ensure each student receives the attention and care they need to succeed. You will need to have a strong understanding of the challenges these students may face, including complex communication needs, learning difficulties, and autistic traits. The work can be both challenging and rewarding, so we are looking for individuals who are resilient, calm, and composed, with the ability to manage challenging behaviour in a school setting.

About Us

Protocol Education has been providing high-quality teaching professionals to a range of settings for over two decades. As a REC accredited and audited company, we take safeguarding seriously and are committed to being a fully compliant provider within the education sector. With a large network of offices spanning from the North East to the South West, we are well-equipped to support our staff and clients alike.

Requirements

1. A DBS certificate with a live subscription to the update service, or a willingness to obtain one through us.
2. Minimum of two professional references within the last three years.
3. Commitment to the safeguarding and well-being of young people.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals. We value diversity and inclusivity and strive to create an inclusive working environment where all employees feel valued and respected.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further 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.

Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’. This may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.

We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.

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