Job Advertisement: Behavioural Specialist (Special Educational Needs School) Position: Behavioural Specialist Location: Merseyside Contract: Full-time, Temp-to-Perm Salary: Competitive, based on experience Are you passionate about supporting vulnerable children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)?
Do you have experience in managing challenging behaviours and a commitment to helping children achieve their potential?
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Behavioural Specialist to join our supportive team at [School Name].
About Us The school is a nurturing and inclusive Special Educational Needs school that provides a safe, supportive environment for children with complex learning needs, including Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) challenges.
Their goal is to enable every child to reach their full potential academically, socially, and emotionally.
Key Responsibilities Provide one-to-one and small group support for students with challenging behaviours, developing strategies to help them manage and improve behaviour.
Collaborate closely with teachers and support staff to implement individualised learning and behavioural support plans.
Support children with Education, Health, and Care Plans (EHCPs), ensuring that they receive targeted interventions and holistic care.
Monitor and report on progress, adapting approaches to meet individual needs and promote positive outcomes.
Promote and model positive behaviour management techniques that align with our school values and ethos.
Requirements Previous experience working with children who have Special Educational Needs (SEN), especially with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.
Strong understanding of EHCPs and how to support the individual needs outlined within them.
A patient, compassionate approach, with excellent communication and behaviour management skills.
Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary environment, sharing best practices and strategies to support each child's unique needs.
Relevant qualifications in Behavioural Support, Special Educational Needs, or a related field are desirable but not essential.
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role.
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This advert is for a temporary position.
In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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