Behaviour Support Worker

Empowering Learning Ltd; Batley; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

Empowering Learning Ltd is recruiting Behaviour Support Workers/Teaching Assistants for a Secondary Special Needs School in Batley. Roles are full-time, temporary to permanent, starting ASAP, with hours 8:30–3:30, Monday to Friday.

Positions may be 1:1 or in small groups, supporting children with autism and challenging behaviours and communication needs. You will engage in classroom duties and off-site activities, assisting with lesson delivery, behaviour support, and student development in a

Qualifications

• Experience working with children with special needs and challenging behaviours.
• Knowledge of special education practices and communication with parents.
• Ability to adapt and support individuals in 1:1 or small groups.

Responsibilities

• Assist lead teacher in implementing educational programs and activities.
• Provide support to students with special needs, including those with autism.
• Assist in creating a positive and inclusive learning environment.
• Help students with daily tasks, such as personal care and hygiene.
• Support students in their academic and social development.
• Collaborate with the lead teacher to develop and implement individualized education plans (IEPs) for students.
• Monitor student progress and provide feedback to the lead teacher.
• Assist with classroom management and behaviour management strategies.

Skills

Special needs experience

Clear communication

Patience & empathy

Organizational skills

Job description

Empowering Learning are working with a Secondary Special Needs School in Batley who are seeking Behaviour Support Workers/Teaching Assistants to support in their classrooms on a 1:1 basis or within small groups. These roles are to start ASAP and are full time. and are temporary to permanent.

Pay: 100- 110 a day Monday to Friday school hours 8.30 - 3.30pm

The school caters for Primary and Secondary pupils supporting Children with Autism and Challenging Behaviours and communication needs.

You will be involved in classroom duties and off-site recreational activities.

Duties

• Assist the lead teacher in implementing educational programs and activities for students.
• Provide support to students with special needs, including those with autism.
• Assist in creating a positive and inclusive learning environment.
• Help students with daily tasks, such as personal care and hygiene.
• Support students in their academic and social development.
• Collaborate with the lead teacher to develop and implement individualized education plans (IEPs) for students.
• Monitor student progress and provide feedback to the lead teacher.
• Assist with classroom management and behaviour management strategies.

Skills

• Experience working with children, particularly those with special needs and challenging behaviours.
• Knowledge of special education practices and strategies.
• Ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with students, parents, and colleagues.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Patience, empathy, and a positive attitude towards working with children.
• Ability to adapt to changing situations and handle challenging behaviours.
• Knowledge of toddler care and development is a plus.

This position requires a compassionate individual who is dedicated to supporting the educational needs of students. The teaching assistant will work closely with the lead teacher to create a nurturing and inclusive learning environment. Experience working with children, particularly those with special needs, is essential. Strong communication skills are also important for effectively collaborating with students, parents, and colleagues. The ability to adapt to different situations and handle challenging behaviours is crucial.