Prospero are currently looking for a Behaviour Support Assistant to deliver person centred support to individuals who present high levels of complex needs and challenging behaviours associated with learning disabilities, autistic spectrum conditions and mental health problems. The candidate must have: · Some experience working with children and young people who display challenging behaviour · Experience of de-escalation training would be advantageous · The school would also consider candidates from youth work backgrounds, or similar roles · Confidence to make decisions · Excellent communication and the ability to build positive relationships with the students · Empathy and understanding · Willingness to enhance skills with professional training and development Job details: · Location - Sheffield, S4 · Position - SEMH Teaching Assistant · Start - September 2024 · Duration - Ongoing · Hours - 08:30 - 15:30 TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR THIS ROLE THROUGH PROSPERO TEACHING, YOU MUST: Hold Right to Work in the UK Hold an enhanced child barred list DBS certificate registered with the online update service or be willing to process a new application Provide two professional child related references that cover the last two years OTHER If you would like to be considered for this role, please apply with a copy of your up to date CV. Unfortunately, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. The successful candidate will be required to register and have passed all safeguarding/vetting checks with Prospero Teaching in order to fill this vacancy. Any adult working with children and vulnerable young people are responsible for safeguarding and protecting the welfare of the children and young people. Prospero Teaching is able to offer the successful candidate: Free, accredited continued professional development courses including safeguarding and behaviour management In-house Training and Development Team
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Prospero Teaching
Posted 18 days ago, valid for 9 days
Sheffield, South Yorkshire S5 8DP
£17,000 - £21,000 per annum
Part Time
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Sonic Summary
- Prospero is seeking a Behaviour Support Assistant in Sheffield, S4, to provide person-centered support to individuals with complex needs and challenging behaviors.
- Candidates should have some experience working with children and young people displaying challenging behavior, and experience in de-escalation training is advantageous.
- The role requires confidence in decision-making, excellent communication skills, and the ability to build positive relationships with students.
- The position is set to start in September 2024, with ongoing hours from 08:30 to 15:30.
- Salary details are not specified, but candidates must have the right to work in the UK and an enhanced DBS certificate.
