Behaviour Support Worker

Empowering Learning; Harrogate; On-site; GBP 18,450 - 20,295; Full time

Job summary

Empowering Learning are seeking Behaviour Support Workers/Teaching Assistants for a Primary and Secondary Special Needs School in Harrogate. Roles are temp to perm, starting September, with pay £100-£110 per day and hours 8.30am–3.30pm, Monday to Friday.

Supports include pupils with autism and challenging behaviours; you may work 1:1 or in small groups, assisting with daily tasks and IEPs under the lead teacher. This is on-site school-based work in Harrogate.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children with special needs and challenging behaviours.
• Ability to implement educational activities and support plans.
• Strong communication with students, parents and colleagues.
• Patience, empathy and a positive attitude.
• Willingness to work across 1:1 and small group settings.

Responsibilities

• Assist lead teacher with educational programs.
• Support students with autism and communication needs.
• Create a positive and inclusive learning environment.
• Assist with daily tasks and personal care as needed.
• Monitor progress and contribute to IEP development.
• Support classroom management and behaviour strategies.
• Engage in off-site recreational activities as required.

Skills

Experience with special needs

Behaviour management

Communication with students andparents

Adaptability

Teamwork

Job description

Empowering Learning are working with a Primary and Secondary Special Needs School in Harrogate 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 September and are temp to perm.

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.

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