Behaviour Support Worker

TN United Kingdom; Stretford; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Behaviour Support Assistant to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children with additional needs. This role involves providing vital support to students facing challenges such as anxiety, learning disabilities, and mental health issues. Join a dedicated team in a supportive school environment where your contributions will foster student growth and development. This is an excellent opportunity to enhance your skills while positively impacting vulnerable young people. If you are empathetic, communicative, and eager to grow professionally, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children and young people exhibiting challenging behaviour.
• Willingness to pursue professional training and development.

Responsibilities

• Provide person-centred support to students with complex needs.
• Support children requiring 1:1 assistance in a mainstream primary school.

Skills

Experience with challenging behaviour

Excellent communication skills

Empathy and understanding

Confidence in decision-making

Education

Background in youth work

De-escalation training

Job description

Job Title: Behaviour Support Assistant

Are you looking to make a positive impact in the Education sector, specifically in Chorley?

Do you have a passion for working with children with additional needs, including social, emotional, mental health, SEN, and behavioural challenges?

We are seeking a dedicated Behaviour Support Assistant to provide person-centred support to students with complex needs and challenging behaviours related to learning disabilities, autistic spectrum conditions, and mental health issues. The role involves working in a mainstream primary school, supporting children and young people who require 1:1 assistance for reasons such as:

1. Anxiety
2. Exclusion
3. Speech and language difficulties
4. Physical and mental health issues, disabilities, and learning difficulties

Requirements:

• Experience working with children and young people exhibiting challenging behaviour
• De-escalation training (advantageous)
• Background in youth work or similar roles considered
• Confidence in decision-making
• Excellent communication skills and ability to build positive relationships
• Empathy and understanding
• Willingness to pursue professional training and development

What We Offer:

This is a fantastic opportunity to help enrich and develop the lives of vulnerable young people. Join an excellent team at a supportive school where your role will be vital in fostering student growth and development.

Eligibility Criteria:

• Right to Work in the UK
• Enhanced child barred list DBS certificate registered with the online update service or willingness to apply for a new one
• Two professional child-related references covering the last two years