Behaviour Support Assistant

Overview

Are you a Criminology or Psychology Graduate looking to make a meaningful impact on the lives of young people? Do you have a passion for education and mental health?

A Specialist School in Newbury are seeking a dedicated graduate to join their team as a Behaviour Support Assistant
, starting as soon as next week. In this role, you will support children aged 11 to 18 who face behaviour challenges, including children exhibiting anti-social behaviours as a result of a diagnosed social, emotional or mental health difficulty.

• Work closely with students to overcome behavioural challenges.
• Encourage positive decision-making and implement effective behaviour management strategies.
• Create a calm and safe learning environment to help students maintain focus.
• Encourage healthy relationships between students, staff and peers.
• Provide emotional support to students, helping them develop self-regulation and coping skills.
• Nurture the students  social and emotional development.

• A degree in Criminology, Psychology, or a related field.
• Passion for working with young people, particularly those facing behavioural and emotional challenges.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure.
• Experience working with children and/or adults with special needs (desirable but not essential).

• Job Title:
  
  Behaviour Support Assistant
• Location:
  
  Newbury
• Salary: £85 - £95 per day
• Hours:
  
  8:30am to 3:30pm, Monday to Friday

If you are a confident worker with a passion for helping others, then apply today!

Behaviour Support Assistant, Newbury