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Horizon Teachers
Posted a day ago, valid for a month
Ilford, Greater London IG1 2UT, England
£90 - £125 per day
Full Time
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Sonic Summary
- A respected Pupil Referral Unit (PRU) in Redbridge is seeking an experienced Behaviour Support Assistant to work with secondary students facing behavioural challenges related to SEMH needs.
- The role requires proven experience in behaviour support, ideally within a PRU, SEND, or SEMH setting, and relevant Level 2 or Level 3 qualifications in education or behaviour support.
- Candidates should have training in behaviour management strategies like Team Teach or MAPA, along with excellent communication skills and a calm, empathetic approach.
- The position involves providing 1:1 and small group support, implementing behaviour management strategies, and promoting social skills and resilience among students.
- Salary details are not explicitly mentioned, but after 12 weeks, the agency will pay you the permanent equivalent of the job.
Role Responsibilities:
Provide 1:1 and small group behavioural support to students in Key Stages 3 and 4 with SEMH, ASD, ADHD, and associated behavioural difficulties.
Implement and sustain effective behaviour management strategies, helping students regulate emotions and behaviours in a supportive environment.
Use de-escalation techniques to manage challenging situations calmly and effectively.
Collaborate with teachers and other LSAs to tailor interventions for individual needs and encourage positive behavioural change.
Actively engage students in activities that promote social skills, resilience, and self-confidence.
Contribute to a structured and consistent learning environment, promoting positive student progress.
Candidate Requirements:
Proven experience working in behaviour support, ideally within a PRU, SEND, or SEMH setting.
Training in behaviour management strategies, such as Team Teach or MAPA (highly advantageous).
Relevant Level 2 or Level 3 qualifications in education or behaviour support.
A calm, resilient, and empathetic approach to working with challenging behaviours.
Excellent communication skills and a collaborative approach to supporting students and staff.
Why Horizon Teachers?
We have been helping teachers/TAs find work since 2008.
A team of specialist education consultants with many years of experience and including many ex-teachers!
After 12 weeks we will pay you the permanent equivalent of the job.
Easy registration process via an online link and a video consultation.
Amazing service which will provide the right steps for your career path. The staff at the agency are very cooperative and helpful. I would highly recommend Horizon Teachers for anyone that is contemplating about getting into educating. - 5-Star Google Review
Horizon Teachers is a specialist Education Recruitment Consultancy that helps Teachers and Support Staff find long term, permanent and interim employment in Primary, Secondary and Special Schools throughout London, the South East, the Midlands and the North of England. As part of the registration process you will be required to have a DBS Check carried out and all original relevant qualifications will need to be sighted and copied before any work placement.For all teaching roles you will need to hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
Horizon Teachers. Enhancing Children's Education.
