Job Description
New Directions Education, are recruiting for a pool of passionate, supportive and engaged Behaviour Support Workers to work within local SEN settings across the Pontefract Area. This role is a fantastic opportunity for people who are dedicated in supporting learners to thrive within the classroom and outdoor learning facilities.
We want to hear from :
* Knowledge of trauma‑informed approaches 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.
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, and pastoral teams to promote positive behaviour plans ensuring a safe and supporting learning environment for learners.
Responsibilities
* 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 the education setting (CPD).
* Record and report behavioural / safeguarding incidents accurately in line with individual school policies.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
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All roles are subject to satisfactory references and an Enhanced DBS check.
What New Directions Education Ltd offers
* A dedicated and expert Account Manager.
* Regular and varied supply work.
* Competitive rates of pay.
* Potential long‑term teaching roles.
* Full compliance with the Agency Workers Regulation (AWR).
* A network of branches across the UK.
* Preferred supplier to more than 20 boroughs across the UK.
* Recommend‑a‑friend scheme.
* Respected reputation across the education and recruitment industry.
We are fully committed to the protection of children and vulnerable adults. All applicants must undertake a full enhanced DBS check.
Please select Apply Now to enquire about this job vacancy with New Directions Education Ltd, Leeds branch.
New Directions Education Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
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