Behavioural Support Assistant - Primary

Smile Education; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Behavioural Support Assistant to join their supportive primary school in Manchester. This role is perfect for individuals passionate about helping primary-aged children, especially those with Special Educational Needs. You will provide crucial support to students with various behavioural needs, including ADHD and SEMH diagnoses. The ideal candidate will have prior experience in safeguarding or mentoring and possess excellent communication skills. Join a team that values patience, resilience, and a proactive attitude, making a real difference in children's lives and their educational journeys.

Benefits

Flexible work to suit your availability

Competitive and transparent rates of pay

Dedicated and professional consultant

CPD opportunities for professional growth

Long-term and flexible working placements

Qualifications

• Experience working with primary-aged children and supporting those with SEN.
• Ability to build trusting relationships and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Support students with behavioural needs, including ADHD and ASC.
• Conduct 1:1 and group intervention sessions with students.

Skills

Patience

Resilience

Approachability

Effective Communication

Teamwork

Education

Experience in SEN/Safeguarding/Inclusion/Pastoral roles

Full enhanced DBS

Job description

Do you have experience working with primary-aged children and a genuine desire to help them succeed in their learning?
Are you passionate about supporting children with Special Educational Needs?
If so, this can be the perfect opportunity for you! Smile Education is recruiting on behalf of this supportive primary school in Manchester for a Behavioural Support Assistant. Your abilities and experience will help a child reach their full potential.

Position: Behavioural Support Assistant
Location: Manchester (M40)
Start Date: Immediate
Competitive pay: £83.40-£100.00 per day
Age Group: Key Stage 1 and 2
Contract: Full-Time

Behavioural Support Assistant:
The school is seeking an individual who can support and monitor students’ behaviour and attitudes to themselves, others, and learning to achieve good outcomes. This Behavioural Support Assistant role is here to support these students. It would be ideal if the Behavioural Support Assistant has experience in safeguarding, mentoring, counselling, or SEMH, or who has previously worked as a Behaviour Mentor/Support Assistant and can build trusting relationships.

The Role and Responsibilities:

1. Support students with behavioural needs.
2. Students can range from having an ADHD, ASC, SEMH diagnosis.
3. Carry out 1:1 and group intervention sessions.
4. Collaborate with experienced teachers and support staff.

Behavioural Support Assistant – what makes you suited for this role:

1. Patience, resilience, and approachability.
2. Calm, understanding, and proactive attitude.
3. Prior education experience within SEN/Safeguarding/Inclusion/Pastoral roles.
4. Ability to communicate effectively with the SENDCO, class teacher, and parents.
5. Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
6. A full enhanced DBS, which can be processed through Smile Education.
7. Valid right to work in the UK.

Benefits of working through Smile Northwest:

1. Fantastic and valuable classroom experience.
2. Flexible work to suit your availability.
3. Competitive and transparent rates of pay.
4. Dedicated and professional consultant.
5. CPD opportunities to continue your professional growth.
6. Long-term, permanent, and flexible working placements.

To apply or for more information, please contact [e-mail].

Please note: We do not offer sponsorships. Valid Right to Work documents are required. Smile Education is committed to safeguarding children. All applicants will be subject to compliance checks, including DBS, Prohibited List, Barred List, and qualifications checks.

We are committed to safeguarding children. Each applicant will be expected to undertake compliance checks including Prohibited list, Barred list, DBS, and Qualifications.