Tradewind Recruitment are currently looking for a resilient Behaviour Support Assistant to join this supportive primary PRU in Islington. This is a full time, long-term role starting ASAP for the full academic year and upon review there will be an opportunity to go permanent.

The School:

The school supports children from Islington primary schools with Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs who have been permanently excluded, allocated a place through SEN consultation or via the Securing Education Board on a short-term placement. A high number of pupils here also have an additional diagnosis of autism and/or ADHD. Class sizes are therefore smaller with up to six pupils per class and there is a high staff-to-pupil ratio so that children are given the correct support when needed across the school day.

As a Behaviour Support Assistant you will be responsible for the below:

· Managing behaviour and following the schools behaviour policy

· Supporting students in class, small groups and on a 1:1 basis

· Encouraging and promoting student engagement in learning activities

· Contributing to support plans and strategies to meet the needs of each student

· Collaborating with staff, parents/carers, and outside agencies

· Monitoring and recording student progress and achievements

To join us and be successful in this role you will need:

· Previous experience working with children who have SEMH needs

· Strong behaviour management skills

· Patience and resilience

· An Enhanced DBS Disclosure, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) and professional reference checks

· CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible

· Legal right to work in the UK

Tradewind are renowned for offering top rates of pay, more CPD than any other agency, great referral bonus and termly networking & social events.

Click 'Apply now' to be considered for this great position as a Behaviour Support Assistant in Islington or for more information about the role, contact Stuart Lovelock on 0207 845 5450 (Option 3) / stuart.lovelock@twrecruitment.com