Behaviour Support Worker

New Directions Education, are recruiting for a pool of passionate, supportive and engaged Behaviour Support Workers, to work across Wakefield. This role is a fantastic opportunity for people who are dedicated in supporting learners to thrive within the classroom and outdoor learning facilities.

We are looking for people who are :

* Knowledge of trauma-informed approached and therapeutic behaviour support.

* Trained in Team-Teach or other behaviour intervention methods

* Higher Level Teaching Assistants (HLTA)

* Teaching Assistants with proven classroom experience who are ready to step up.

Job Specification

Working as a Behaviour Support worker can be a very rewarding but also a very demanding role. This role involves working closely with teaching staff, therapists, outside agencies such as social workers, also pastoral teams to promote positive behaviour plans ensuring a safe and supporting learning environment for learners.

Ideally, candidates will be required to:

* Provide 1:1 and small group support for learners.

* Apply behaviour management strategies and individual behaviour support plans.

* De-escalate challenging behaviour using approved techniques such as positive regard/team teach.

* Promote emotion regulation and positive peer relationships.

* Contribute to multi-agency meetings and reviews for individual learners.

* Attend regular supervision and training sessions held by education setting (CPD).

* Record and report behavioural/safeguarding incidents accurately in line with individual school policies.

* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

* Ability to stay calm under pressure.

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All roles are subject to satisfactory references and an Enhanced DBS check