Behaviour Support Assistant
Location: Scunthorpe North Lincolnshire
Start date: ASAP Full time
Salary: £83.33 - £90.00 Per day
Job description
Are you passionate about supporting students with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs? Are you looking for a role that offers flexibility while allowing you to make a real difference? GSL Education is currently seeking a full-time Behaviour Support Assistant to work within primary and secondary settings in Scunthorpe.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the school's objectives and develop a comprehensive understanding of their work, aligned with their ethos and aims.
- Assist children in participating in various activity groups for those with special educational needs, primarily focusing on Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH).
- Contribute to the implementation of 1:1 behavioural intervention programmes for children with Autism, developmental delays, or other Special Educational Needs (SEN).
- Observe, engage with, and document student behaviour.
- Follow lesson plans and support activities as directed.
- Maintain a high standard of educational support at all times.
- Act with professionalism and integrity in all interactions.
In return, you can expect to develop an understanding of the schools ethos, the work we do and the field of child psychology. You can also gain a better understanding of a range of developmental needs, perfect for Graduates looking for experience within child psychology.
Candidates must have a clean Child Only DBS that is registered to the Update Service, or the willingness to apply for one through GSL Education, and have relevant experience.
Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection, and successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks including an enhanced DBS registered to the update service or willingness to apply for a new one.
To apply, please contact Olivia Davey at GSL Education and send your CV via the application link.