Behaviour Support Assistant

Behaviour Support Assistant - Edenbridge - Feb 2025

Are you looking for your first step on the ladder to progress into teaching or a therapy-focused role?

A modern school opened in 2019 for children who were school refusers with social, emotional and mental health challenges, are welcoming applicants to join their team of support staff. You will be working with children with varying cognitive behaviours which will require you to develop a strong rapport with the children to enable you to understand their triggers and what captures their imagination.

You will benefit from:

• The opportunity of a permanent contract after 16 weeks employment through Academics
• An class rate of pay for a behaviour support assistant role
• Excellent training and development opportunities within the school
• Term time working hours
• Excellent experience to further your career

Key Responsibilities of a Behaviour Support Assistant:

• Supporting creative and safe play with the children
• Helping the children with completing academic tasks
• Working with the teacher to prepare and execute activities
• Liaising with other staff members across the therapy and senior leadership teams
• Implementing behavioural management strategies and de-escalation

You will be able to evidence:

• Your eligibility to work with children (not on the barred list)
• A DBS check (we can support you with an application for one)
• A minimum of grade (9-4) A*-C in GCSE Maths and English
• Experience in either a personal of professional capacity with behaviour support