School Behaviour Assistant

Empowering Learning; Greater London; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Empowering Learning Ltd is seeking a School Behaviour Assistant for a school in the Richmond Upon Thames area. The role involves supporting a small group of children with autism, assisting the class teacher and another Teaching Assistant, building rapport and implementing tailored learning approaches where needed.

Ideal candidates will have experience in UK schools, be able to work with SENDCo, and support teachers in planning activities and managing classroom behaviour.

Qualifications

• Eligibility to work in the UK.
• Experience in UK primary/secondary school preferred.
• DBS check via update service or willing to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Supporting pupils in the classroom and on a 1:1 basis
• Supervising pupils in and out of the classroom
• Encouraging and supporting the child learning
• Helping the teacher prepare for lessons and plan activities

Job description

School Behaviour Assistant - Richmond Upon Thames

Empowering Learning is working in partnership with a School in the Borough of Richmond Upon Thames. The school is looking for a candidate to support small group of children with autism, assisting the class teacher and one other Teaching Assistant.

An experienced Teaching Assistant will be confident in building rapport and trusting relationships in order to progress learning. This role involves working closely with class teachers and the SENDco to implement a tailored learning approach where required.

This is a fantastic opportunity for individuals who have a passion for education and SEN. The school has an experienced team already in place and can provide additional training and development.

It would be an advantage, not necessary, if you have previously worked in:

SEMH / PRU settings

Youth Work

Police or Army

Sports coaches and mentors

Graduates in Sport, Psychology, Drama and Counselling and Therapy

Job Responsibilities

• Supporting pupils in the classroom and on a 1:1 basis
• Supervising pupils in & out of the classroom
• Encourage and support the child learning
• Helping the teacher prepare for lessons and plan activities

In order to be considered for this role you need to:

• Have eligibility to work in the UK or be a UK resident.
• Have previous experience of working in a UK Primary/Secondary School, ideally within the last 12 months
• A valid DBS registered on the update service or be willing to apply for a new DBS

Empowering Learning Ltd is a committed Equal Opportunities Employer and therefore will not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, ethnicity, disability or sexual orientation. Please note that successful applicants will be asked to apply for an enhanced DBS check via the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Empowering Learning Ltd. are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children and young people and expect all staff to show this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to complete Disclosure and Barring Service declarations in line with Section 115 of the Police Act 1997. Empowering Learning Ltd is a committed Equal Opportunities Employer and therefore will not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, ethnicity, disability or sexual orientation.

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