Behaviour Support Assistant/Specialist

Behaviour Support Assistant
Location: Liverpool, UK
Agency: Teaching Personnel
Salary: Competitive, Dependent on Experience
Start Date: ASAP
Contract Type: Full-time, Temporary (with potential for permanent placement)

About Us:
Teaching Personnel is the UK's leading education recruitment agency, dedicated to connecting talented professionals with rewarding roles in schools across the country. We are currently seeking a compassionate and dedicated Behaviour Mentor Assistant to join our team, working in partnership with a mainstream secondary school in Liverpool. This role offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on the lives of young people.

Job Description:
As a Behaviour Mentor Assistant, you will play a crucial role in supporting students who display challenging behaviour, helping them to overcome barriers to learning and achieve their full potential. You will work closely with teaching staff, other support staff, and external agencies to implement behaviour management strategies and create a positive learning environment.

Key Responsibilities:

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• Support students with behavioural difficulties on a one-to-one basis and in small groups.
• Assist in developing and implementing individual behaviour plans.
• Work closely with class teachers to monitor and record student progress.
• Encourage positive behaviour and promote self-esteem and confidence in students.
• Liaise with parents, carers, and external agencies to support student development.
• Support the development of social and emotional skills in students.

Requirements:

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• Experience working with children or young people in a similar role, ideally within an educational setting.
• Understanding of behaviour management techniques and strategies.
• Patience, empathy, and resilience in challenging situations.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
• Enhanced DBS and on the update service (or willingness to apply for one)

Desirable:

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• Relevant qualifications in education, childcare, or behaviour management.
• Experience working with SEN (Special Educational Needs) students.
• Knowledge of the local area and community resources in Liverpool.

Why Join Us?

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• Competitive salary and benefits.
• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities.
• The chance to make a real difference in the lives of young people.
• Supportive and inclusive working environment.

How to Apply:
If you are passionate about supporting young people and have the skills and experience we are looking for, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your suitability for the role.

Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.

Don’t miss out! Early applications are encouraged as roles are being filled quickly.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.

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.

Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.

We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.

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