Teaching Assistant - Behaviour Support

Swinton, Greater Manchester
CMP00321_1622448010
Date Posted: 31 May 2021
  1. Learning Support Assistant, Teaching Assistant, SEN Teaching Assistant
£65 - £75 per day
  1. Permanent

Teaching Assistant - Behaviour Support

Swinton, Greater Manchester
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Tradewind Manchester are recruiting! Are you an experienced Behavioural Support Assistant looking for your next role?

Or perhaps you are a recent graduate, keen to begin your career in education?

Why not join a well-run and supportive primary school and feel the benefit of broadening your experience and assisting children with behavioural and developmental needs, in order to further your career in education!

Tradewind Manchester are supporting a two-form entry Swinton-based primary school in recruiting a KS2 Behavioural Support Assistant. This is a full-time role with either an immediate or September start, then following an initial period working on a temporary basis (typically 16 weeks) this role could become permanent and you may be offered a school contract.

The school is seeking an experienced Behavioural Support Assistant to aid pupils with behavioural difficulties in KS2 who require small group support and 121 support. To be considered for this position you must have a proven track record of supporting pupils with behavioural needs, have strong interpersonal skills; be able to engage pupils on an individual basis and understand the specific needs of each child.

To join us and be successful in this Behavioural Support Assistant role, you will need to:

  • Hold a Teaching Assistant qualification or relevant bachelor's degree
  • Have primary school & behavioural support experience
  • Be subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) and professional reference checks
  • Provide a CV with employment/education history included. Employment breaks must be explained
  • Have the legal right to work in the UK

This role will include:

-Supporting pupils with behavioural difficulties

-Taking responsibility for the safeguarding of the young people in your care

-Supporting the school team to provide a safe and respectful environment for students to learn

About the school:

The high quality of Teaching & Learning at this school is evident from the moment one enters the school. A rich & inspiring curriculum, brilliantly taught by enthusiastic and well-trained staff, makes learning fun and pupil behaviour is excellent as a result. Whilst expectations are very high, support for individuals is extremely strong, and staff work extremely well both with each other and with pupils & families that require additional aid. Careful tracking of both staff quality and pupil progress ensures nobody is left behind. Parents are very positive regarding the warm & welcoming atmosphere at the school.

About the role:

-Permanent Contract (following a typical 16-week temporary period working through Tradewind Manchester)

-Full time, 08:15-16:00

-Free onsite parking and close to local transport links

-You may be required to assist with programmes outside the classroom and after school from time to time

The benefits of working as a Behavioural Support Assistant at this school include;

-Working in a friendly, supportive team

-Possibility to lead extra-curricular activities

-Ongoing professional development and promotion opportunities

The benefits of working your initial temporary period in the role through Tradewind include:

-We offer you more certified CPD courses than any other education recruitment agency, 25 to be exact! That's 18 more than our next nearest competitor!

-Great referral scheme - recommend a friend and earn up to *£100

-Full interview preparation and assistance - so you're fully prepped and confident, increasing your chances of success.

-Online Portal for your time sheets and to log your availability

-Free social and networking events to get to know your peers and consultants

If this sounds like the perfect role for you:

Click 'Apply Now' to be considered for this Behavioural Support Assistant position, located in Salford. For more information about the role, contact Cameron on 0161 674 0138 / cameron.mcbryde@twrecruitment.com

More about Tradewind Recruitment:

  1. As a Sunday Times Top 100 employer, we're committed to putting candidates & staff first
  2. We employ the best in the business to provide an exceptional service to our candidates
  3. Top rates of pay (all rates are typically inclusive of holiday pay, however we will happily accrue this upon request)
  4. More free CPD courses than any other education recruiter
  5. Awarded REC Audited Education Gold Standard status and we're proudly an Equal Opportunities Employer

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