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Challenging Behaviour Teaching Assistant (Contract)

19 October by TeacherActive : North : Yorkshire : Leeds: PRI-SEC-SEND

Job Location:
United Kingdom -England -Yorkshire and the Humber -West Yorkshire -Wakefield
Salary:
£110 - £120/day

Job Title: Challenging Behaviour Teaching Assistant
Location: Wakefield
Start Date: ASAP
Salary: £110 - £120 per day

Do you have experience supporting young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs and challenging behaviour?

Are you a resilient and patient individual who can build positive relationships with students who struggle in mainstream education?

Are you passionate about making a real difference to the lives of young people who need additional support?

TeacherActive is proud to be working with a supportive alternative provision based in Wakefield, which provides education for students who are unable to attend mainstream schools due to their SEMH needs and behavioural challenges. The provision focuses on creating a positive, structured and nurturing learning environment where students can develop their confidence, manage their emotions and re-engage with education.

The provision is looking to appoint a dedicated Challenging Behaviour Teaching Assistant for short-term or long-term placements, with an ASAP start. The successful Challenging Behaviour Teaching Assistant will work closely with teaching staff to support students with SEMH needs, manage challenging behaviour using positive strategies and provide both one-to-one and small group support to help students engage with their learning.

The successful Challenging Behaviour Teaching Assistant will have:

  • Experience working with children or young people with SEMH needs and challenging behaviour

  • Experience working within an alternative provision, PRU, SEND school or similar setting is desirable

  • Strong behaviour management and de-escalation skills

  • The ability to build positive relationships with students who may struggle to engage with education

  • A patient, resilient and adaptable approach to supporting young people

  • Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team

In return for the above you can expect to receive:

  • A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy onboarding process

  • CPD courses and certificates as part of the My-Progression channel

  • Market leading rates of pay

  • TeacherActive Referral Scheme - Receive up to £100 when you refer a friend Terms and Conditions apply

Our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you’re paying the right level of TAX and National Insurance and there’s no messing around with admin charges coming out of your hard earned cash.

If you are an enthusiastic and committed Challenging Behaviour Teaching Assistant looking for an opportunity to make a difference in an alternative provision in Wakefield, then click APPLY NOW and I will be in touch regarding this fantastic opportunity.

EMAIL: cameron.lennie@teacheractive.com
CONTACT NUMBER: 0113 331 4945

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