Sports Coach/Behaviour Support Worker

Empowering Learning Ltd; Batley; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

Empowering Learning Ltd is recruiting a dedicated Behaviour Support Worker / Sports Coach to join a busy Secondary Special Needs School in Batley. The role supports pupils on a 1:1 basis or in small groups, with hours 8:30am–3:30pm, Monday to Friday, starting ASAP.

This full-time position is temporary to permanent. You will assist in delivering educational activities, support students with autism and challenging behaviours, and help foster an inclusive, nurturing classroom.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Assist lead teacher in educational programs and activities.
• Provide support to students including those with autism.
• Help create a positive inclusive learning environment.
• Assist with daily tasks such as personal care and hygiene.
• Support students in academic and social development.
• Collaborate on developing and implementing individualized education plans (IEPs).
• Monitor student progress and provide feedback to the lead teacher.
• Assist with classroom management and behaviour management strategies.

Skills

SEND experience

Behaviour management

Communication with students/parents

Classroom support

Patience and empathy

Job description

Empowering Learning are working with a Secondary Special Needs School in Batley 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 ASAP and are full time. and are temporary to permanent.

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.

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