Behaviour support assistant - London
Are you an experienced TA looking for a new role in Camden as a Behaviour Support Assistant? Or are you seeking a role supporting children who have social, emotional and mental health needs?
Tradewind Recruitment are currently looking for a resilient Behaviour Support Assistant to join this supportive secondary PRU in Camden. 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 students from Camden secondary 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
- 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 Camden or for more information about the role