Behaviour Support Assistant

Balfor Recruitment; Wolverhampton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An amazing special needs school in Wolverhampton is seeking a dedicated Behaviour Support Assistant to join their team. This full-time role involves supporting students with social, emotional, and mental health needs, ensuring their unique challenges are recognized and addressed. The ideal candidate will demonstrate experience or a strong interest in SEMH, exhibit flexibility and patience, and possess effective communication skills. If you are passionate about making a difference in students' lives and have the relevant qualifications, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience or strong interest in supporting children with SEMH.
• Effective communication within a team and nurturing qualities.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough assessments to identify students' needs.
• Support teachers with material preparation and provide student support.

Skills

Supporting children with SEMH

Communication skills

Flexibility

Proactivity

Patience

Nurturing qualities

Education

Qualified Teaching Assistant

Relevant SEN Background

Level 1 safeguarding certificate

Tools

PECS training

Makaton training

Job description

Behaviour Support Assistant

Location: Wolverhampton

Duration: Full time, ongoing

Salary: £85 – £100 per day

The School/Role:

An amazing special needs school in Wolverhampton is currently looking for a full-time Behaviour Support Assistant. The school is a community special school with students who have SEMH needs. This role requires conducting thorough assessments to accurately identify and understand the social, emotional, and mental health needs of all pupils, ensuring that each individual’s unique challenges and strengths are recognized and addressed.

This will include supporting teachers with material preparation for lessons, assisting with displays, and providing direct 1-on-1 or small group student support.

The ideal candidate for a Behaviour Support Assistant role should:

• Demonstrate experience or a strong interest in supporting children with SEMH.
• Possess prior experience collaborating within the SEMH Department.
• Exhibit flexibility, proactivity, and patience.
• Show nurturing and compassionate qualities in their approaches.
• Communicate effectively within a team.

A new enhanced DBS will be needed for this role or a subscription to the DBS update service.

Requirements:

• Qualified Teaching Assistant OR Relevant SEN Background.
• PECS and Makaton training/experience.
• Experience with SEMH needs.
• Level 1 safeguarding certificate.
• Recent school-based references.
• Valid Photo ID – Driving Licence or passport.
• Full DBS – on the update service.

If you’re interested in this role, then contact Haleemah at Balfor on 0121 260 0000.