Behaviour Buddy

Job Type: Full-time, Term Time Only
Location: Bristol
Start Date: ASAP

Are you an experienced Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant, Care Worker, Youth Worker, or Support Worker looking for a rewarding role where you can make a genuine difference to young people's lives?

We are currently recruiting dedicated and resilient Learning Support Assistants to support pupils aged 0-18 years olds in a setting in Gloucster. 

This role involves supporting children with a range of complex Special Educational Needs (SEN), including:

• Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
• Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs
• Challenging behaviour
• Communication and interaction difficulties
• Complex learning needs

The Role:

• Providing 1:1 and small group support to pupils
• Building positive and supportive relationships with young people
• Supporting learning both inside and outside the classroom
• Encouraging engagement, independence and wellbeing
• Following behaviour support plans and safeguarding procedures
• Working closely with teachers and wider support staff

There may be occasions where pupils require personal care support. Staff can be assigned accordingly and this is not expected of all team members.

What We're Looking For:

• Experience supporting children or young people with SEN and/or SEMH needs
• A calm, patient and resilient approach
• Confidence managing challenging behaviour
• A genuine passion for supporting vulnerable young people
• A commitment to consistency and making a positive impact
• Drivers are highly desirable due to the location and nature of the role

Whilst this is initially being recruited on a short-term and emergency cover basis, we are particularly interested in speaking with candidates who are able to demonstrate a commitment to remaining within the setting for the full academic year, providing consistency and stability for the pupils.

What We Offer

• Competitive rates of pay
• Opportunities for long-term and permanent positions
• Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant
• Access to training and professional development
• The opportunity to make a lasting difference in the lives of young people

If you have experience supporting children with SEN and are looking for your next rewarding opportunity, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today to find out more.

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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