Behaviour Support Assistant. Job in Bristol Education & Training Jobs

Tradewind Recruitment; Bristol; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading education agency in Bristol as a Behaviour Support Assistant, working full-time in primary schools. Support students with challenging behaviour through tailored strategies and relationship building, contributing to their emotional and academic development. Enjoy a rewarding role with opportunities for professional development and flexibility.

Benefits

Free access to CPD courses and resources

Flexibility in work arrangements

Supportive employer recognized for employee wellbeing

Qualifications

• Proven experience dealing with challenging behaviour in a school setting.
• Ability to build strong and positive relationships with students.
• Good-humoured nature to navigate demands of supporting students.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized support to students displaying challenging behaviour.
• Implement behaviour management strategies and promote self-regulation.
• Collaborate with teachers to develop behaviour support plans.

Skills

Resilience

Relationship Building

Behaviour Management

Education

Relevant qualifications and certifications

Job description

Join Tradewind Education Agency as a Behaviour Support Assistant and work in Bristol's Primary Schools

Behaviour Support Assistant

Are you an experienced teaching assistant with a passion for making a difference in the lives of students? Tradewind Education Agency is seeking dedicated and resilient Behaviour Support Assistants to join our team and work at one of our primary schools in Bristol. This is a full-time position starting ASAP but candidates must also be available for Teaching Assistant work in September for the new academic year as well

About Us:

Tradewind Education Agency is a leading education agency committed to providing high-quality support to schools and educational institutions. We pride ourselves on connecting talented professionals with rewarding roles in the education sector. Joining us means becoming part of a dynamic community focused on making a positive impact on the lives of students. We have a 5-star rating on google based on over 240 reviews from Teachers and Tas who have worked for us in the Southwest.

The Role:

As a Behaviour Support Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting students with challenging behaviour across the school. Your resilient nature, good sense of humour, and ability to build strong relationships will contribute to creating a positive and inclusive learning environment. This full-time position requires your availability from Monday to Friday, 8:30 am to 3:30 pm.

Responsibilities:

• Provide individualised support to students displaying challenging behaviour, helping them manage their emotions and make positive choices.
• Implement behaviour management strategies outlined by the school, utilizing positive reinforcement techniques, and promoting self-regulation skills.
• Build strong relationships with students based on trust, respect, and understanding, supporting their academic and emotional development.
• Collaborate closely with teachers and school staff to develop and implement behaviour support plans, providing feedback on the effectiveness of interventions.
• Handle challenging situations and use appropriate de-escalation techniques to manage disruptive behaviour when necessary.

Requirements:

• Proven experience dealing with challenging behaviour in a school setting.
• Resilience and a good-humoured nature to navigate the demands of supporting students with challenging behaviour.
• Ability to build strong and positive relationships with students, fostering trust and engagement.
• Availability for full-time work from Monday to Friday, 8:30 am to 3:30 pm.
• Relevant qualifications and certifications are desirable but not essential.

Why Tradewind

• Your income matters: we will always seek to get you the highest rate of pay and will provide you with the best possible advice
• Your development matters: we offer our people free access to over 2,500 CPD courses, webinars, and resources via the incredible National College
• Your flexibility matters: we tailor the working week to you - daily supply, long-term contracts, and permanent positions all available, all local to you
• Your wellbeing matters: we put people at the heart of everything we do and are proudly a Sunday Times Top 100 employer for 4 years running
• We pride ourselves on our exceptional service to our candidates and are proudly an Equal Opportunities Employer

Click 'Apply now' to be considered for this great position as a Teaching Assistant in Bristol. Or for more information about the role, contact Lottie Dullea on (phone number removed)/ (url removed)