Behaviour Support Assistant

Bradon Forest School; Swindon; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

LGPS pension

Flexible working

Generous holiday entitlement

Employee assistance programme

Cycle to Work

Virtual GP service

Free flu vaccinations

Eye test & glasses support

Free Will writing service

Job summary

Bradon Forest School, part of The Athelstan Trust, invites applications for a Behaviour Support Assistant to support leadership and teaching staff in enabling students' access to the Enhanced Provision Centre.

You will work closely with some of our most vulnerable students, building trusting relationships, upholding the centre's code of conduct and safeguarding, and collaborating with families and external agencies to monitor progress and tailor education accordingly.

Responsibilities

• Support leadership and teaching staff to enable students' access to the Enhanced Provision Centre.
• Build trusting relationships with some of our most vulnerable students.
• Uphold the centre's code of conduct and safeguarding.
• Collaborate with families and external agencies to monitor progress and tailor education.

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a dedicated and compassionate individual to support the leadership and teaching staff as a Behaviour Support Assistant at Bradon Forest School to support students accessing the Enhanced Provision Centre.

This vital role involves working closely with some of our most vulnerable students to ensure they receive a comprehensive and tailored education. You will be instrumental in building trusting relationships, upholding the centre’s code of conduct, and collaborating with families and external agencies to monitor and enhance each student’s educational journey.

NB: Should a suitable applicant be found then the vacancy may be closed to applications ahead of the advertised closing date.

The Athelstan Trust is a successful and growing Multi-Academy Trust consisting of six secondary schools and four primary schools in Wiltshire, Gloucestershire, and South Gloucestershire. We currently employ over 750 people and educate 5,000 pupils and plan to expand further over the coming years.

Bradon Forest School is a well-respected and popular 11 - 16 comprehensive and our catchment area takes from rural and urban communities. The school is well situated just north of the M4 (J16), within easy travelling distance of Bristol, Bath, and Swindon and on the edge of the Cotswolds.

Why work for us?

• Internal career opportunities
• Generous pension scheme with the LGPS
• Enhanced Employee Assistance Programme, including a virtual GP service
• Flexible working opportunities and a genuine commitment to family and work/life balance
• Generous holiday allowance for support staff
• Recognition of local government continuous service
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Free Will writing service
• Free flu vaccinations and support with eye tests and glasses

The closing date for applications is Tuesday 13th October at 12.00 midday.

The Athelstan Trust is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure and Baring Service (DBS) check.