Behaviour Support Worker

Empowering Learning; Wakefield; Presencial; GBP 18.000 - 20.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Empowering Learning Ltd in Wakefield is seeking a Behaviour Support Worker/Sports Coach to support in classrooms on a 1:1 basis or in small groups. Roles start after October half term, with pay of £100-£110 per day, Mon-Fri, 8.30am-3.30pm.

The role involves assisting the lead teacher, supporting children with autism and challenging behaviours, and helping with daily tasks and inclusive learning activities. Experience with special needs is essential.

Formación

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

Responsabilidades

• 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).
• Monitor student progress and provide feedback to the lead teacher.
• Assist with classroom management and behaviour management strategies.

Conocimientos

Special needs experience

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Organizational skills

Patience & empathy

Behaviour management

Toddler development

Descripción del empleo

Empowering Learning are working with a Secondary Special Needs School in Wakefield who are seeking Behaviour Support Worker/Sports Coach to support in their classrooms on a 1:1 basis or within small groups. These roles are to start after October half term.

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.