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Horizon Teachers
Posted 3 days ago, valid for a month
Ilford, Greater London IG1 2UT, England
£90 - £115 per day
Full Time
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Sonic Summary
- We are seeking a proactive Behavioural Learning Support Assistant (LSA) to join a Secondary Pupil Referral Unit (PRU) in Redbridge.
- The role requires previous experience in a behavioural support position, ideally with a focus on Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.
- Candidates should possess relevant qualifications in education or behavioural support, with Level 2 or 3 preferred, and training in behaviour management programs is advantageous.
- The salary for this position is competitive, with the opportunity to earn up to £300 in vouchers for successful referrals.
- Applicants should have a calm and resilient approach, with excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a team.
Key Responsibilities:
Provide tailored 1:1 and small group support to students across Key Stages 3 and 4 with SEMH, ASD, ADHD, and behavioural challenges.
Implement and reinforce behaviour management strategies to maintain a positive and structured learning environment.
De-escalate challenging behaviours calmly and effectively, helping students to regulate emotions and actions.
Support the academic and personal development of students, fostering resilience and independence.
Collaborate closely with teaching staff and other support workers to deliver a consistent approach to behaviour and learning support.
Facilitate hands-on activities and structured interventions to promote social skills, confidence, and positive engagement.
Ideal Candidate Profile:
Previous experience in a behavioural support role, ideally within a PRU, SEND, or SEMH setting.
Strong understanding and experience in behaviour management techniques, including de-escalation strategies.
Relevant qualifications in education or behavioural support (Level 2 or 3 preferred).
Training in Team Teach, MAPA, or other behaviour management programs is highly advantageous.
A calm, resilient, and empathetic approach, with the ability to handle challenging situations effectively.
Excellent communication skills and a collaborative, team-focused mindset.
Why Horizon Teachers?
Earn up to £300 in Vouchers of your choice for successful referrals!
Easy registration process via an online link and a video registration.
You will be paid the permanent equivalent pay for the job after 12 full weeks.
We offer a FREE Safeguarding Course online to support you in your work in an educational setting!
Horizon Teachers is committed to ensuring our staff are happy in their roles, please look at our 4.8-rated Google reviews
Hi everyone, my experience with the Horizon team has been excellent since day one. They were super helpful in finding me suitable positions. They listened & took into account what days & timings I wanted.- 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.
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