Behaviour Support Assistant

Academics Ltd; Newbury; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist school in Newbury is seeking a dedicated Behaviour Support Assistant to help students aged 11 to 18 facing behavioral challenges. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Criminology, Psychology, or a related field, and a passion for working with young people. Responsibilities include providing emotional support, implementing behaviour management strategies, and creating a safe learning environment. The role offers a competitive daily rate of £85 - £95, Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 3:30pm.

Qualifications

• A degree in Criminology, Psychology, or a related field is essential.
• Candidates must possess strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience with children and/or adults with special needs is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Support students managing behavioural challenges.
• Create a safe learning environment for focus.
• Provide emotional support to help develop coping skills.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Ability to remain calm under pressure

Experience with special needs

Education

Degree in Criminology, Psychology, or related field

Job description

Overview

Are you a Criminology or Psychology Graduate looking to make a meaningful impact on the lives of young people? Do you have a passion for education and mental health?

A Specialist School in Newbury are seeking a dedicated graduate to join their team as a Behaviour Support Assistant, starting as soon as next week. In this role, you will support children aged 11 to 18 who face behaviour challenges, including children exhibiting anti-social behaviours as a result of a diagnosed social, emotional or mental health difficulty.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with students to overcome behavioural challenges.
• Encourage positive decision-making and implement effective behaviour management strategies.
• Create a calm and safe learning environment to help students maintain focus.
• Encourage healthy relationships between students, staff and peers.
• Provide emotional support to students, helping them develop self-regulation and coping skills.
• Nurture the students\' social and emotional development.

The Ideal Candidate

• A degree in Criminology, Psychology, or a related field.
• Passion for working with young people, particularly those facing behavioural and emotional challenges.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure.
• Experience working with children and/or adults with special needs (desirable but not essential).

Opportunity Details

• Job Title: Behaviour Support Assistant
• Location: Newbury
• Salary: £85 - £95 per day
• Hours: 8:30am to 3:30pm, Monday to Friday

If you are a confident worker with a passion for helping others, then apply today!

Behaviour Support Assistant, Newbury