Job Title: Behaviour Support Assistant Location: Ryecroft School, Walsall Salary: £25,000 per annum Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday Contract: Permanent, Term Time only UK applicants only.
This role does not offer sponsorship.
About the Role To assist in developing the school as a high-quality specialist provision for the pupils through providing the highest standards of pastoral care for all pupils of all abilities in a safe and orderly learning environment which provides a high standard of behaviour.
To support the teacher in addressing the needs of all pupils but especially those pupils who need particular help with behaviour management to overcome barriers to learning.
Essential Requirements GCSE's in Maths and English, grade C or above Basic computer literacy skills Ability to work as part of a team Flexible approach to working Ability to build relationships with pupils & young people Ability to work successfully with pupils with challenging behaviour Driving Licence Negotiation Skills High expectations of others Resilience Ability to work on own initiative Ability to prioritise tasks Desirable Qualifications Previous experience of working with young people, preferably in an educational setting Qualification related to Child or Social Care Understanding of relevant polices/codes of practice and awareness of relevant legislation About the School Ryecroft School is a New Options School catering for pupils with Autism and complex needs.
The school is located in Walsall, a market town in the West Midlands County.
Our school is part of Outcomes First Group, leading our sector in setting and delivering new approaches that provide measurable outcomes for those in our care.
Why Join Us?
We place the outcomes of the pupils and vulnerable young adults in our services at the heart of everything we do.
As part of our exceptional reward package, you'll get: Life Assurance Pension scheme with options to increase your contributions