Behaviour Support Worker

Academics; South Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Academics in Batley is supporting an OFSTED 'Good' rated primary school to recruit a Behaviour and Social Inclusion Worker to assist with the wellbeing and development of primary-aged children who may struggle with SEMH. The role emphasises teamwork with parents, teachers, support staff and the wider community to create a nurturing environment.

Salary will be determined by the candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy.

Qualifications

• Experience or interest in SEMH and pupil well-being.
• Ability to work with parents, teachers, and staff.
• Shows initiative and manages own workload.

Responsibilities

• Support well-being and development of primary-aged children.
• Collaborate with school staff and community to promote inclusion.
• Contribute to a caring, high-standard school environment.

Skills

Teamwork

Pupil support

Well-being

Job description

Academics, a leading education recruitment agency are currently supporting an OFSTED "Good" rated primary school in Batley who require a Behaviour and Social Inclusion Worker to start as soon as possible. This is a rare opportunity to work with children who may have strugglewith SEMH and the role will be centred around the well-being and development of primary-aged children. The school are specifically looking for someone who is committed to developing a team approach, working with parents, teachers, support staff and the wider community.

You should have an enthusiastic and passionate approach to the development of children and other staff where appropriate as well as a keen thirst for further learning of their own to develop their own skills. You should also be able to act upon your own initiative, planning and managing your own workload and prioritising and being responsive to unplanned circumstances, emergencies and varying needs.

In return for your hard work you will be welcomed by an inclusive and caring setting with an excellent track record of developing staff. The senior leadership team are committed to developing staff to become the best they can be and promote and expect high standards of themselves and their staff throughout school.

Ultimately, this is a job where you genuinely have a chance to make a difference to the lives of children.

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy.