Behaviour Support Assistant

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  • Headington, Oxfordshire
  • £85-100 per day
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 2 months ago
  • Apply easily
Behaviour Support AssistantA specialist school in Headington is looking for a dedicated Behaviour Support Assistant to join their team for the new academic year. This is a full-time position supporting students with significant behavioural and emotional needs, many of whom have experienced trauma, adverse home environments, or disrupted education.Your role as a Behaviour Support Assistant is an important one as you will be responsible for supporting the classroom as whole, while also being a right hand for the students. The students in this setting have had a complicated home life and struggle with mental health needs as a result. This often makes its way to behavioural needs, as these students try to navigate their way through their academics while learning to manage their mental health needs.In your role as a Behaviour Support Assistant, you wil:
  • Provide in-class and out-of-class support to students with behavioural difficulties
  • Help students regulate their emotions using restorative and therapeutic approaches
  • De-escalate challenging situations and promote a calm atmosphere
  • Work with teachers and support staff to implement individual behaviour plans
  • Act as a positive role model and build strong, trusting relationships with students
  • Encourage positive behaviour, resilience, and self-reflection
This is a highly rewarding opportunity to make a genuine impact in the lives of young people who need consistency, understanding, and support.This role would suit anyone passionate about behaviour, inclusion, or youth development. It is especially valuable for:
  • Psychology, criminology, or education graduates
  • Youth workers, mentors, or care workers
  • Anyone with experience in behaviour support, SEN, or SEMH settings
  • Those interested in careers in teaching, therapy, social work, or mental health
Key Details
  • Location: Headington
  • Pay: £85-£100 per day
  • Hours: 8:30 to 3:30
  • Start Date: ASAP
Apply now to be considered for this Behaviour Support Assistant position in Headington. Shortlisted applicants will be contacted for interviews.Behaviour Support Assistant - Headington - ASAP Start - Full Time

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