Behaviour Support Worker

Are you looking for work in the Education sector Are you looking for work in Leeds? Do you have a passion for working with children with SEMH (social, emotional, mental health needs)? Are you strong with positive behaviour management? Prospero Teaching is currently recruiting for a Behaviour Support Assistant to deliver person centred support to individuals who present high levels of complex needs and challenging behaviours associated with learning disabilities, autistic spectrum conditions and mental health problems. You will be working in a school and supporting children and young people who need 1:1 support for multiple reasons, such as: Children in Looked After Care Anxiety Exclusion Speech and language difficulties Physical and mental health issues, disabilities and learning difficulties You must have: Some experience working with children and young people who display challenging behaviour Experience of de-escalation training would be advantageous The school would also consider candidates from youth work backgrounds, or similar roles Confidence to make decisions Excellent communication and the ability to build positive relationships with the students Empathy and understanding Willingness to enhance skills with professional training and development This is a great opportunity, to help enrich and develop vulnerable young people's lives. You will be working with an excellent team and joining a fantastic school where you can make a difference, playing a key role in the development of students. TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR THIS ROLE THROUGH PROSPERO TEACHING, YOU MUST: Hold Right to Work in the UK Hold an enhanced child barred list DBS certificate registered with the online update service or be willing to process a new application Provide two professional child related references that cover the last two years OTHER If you would like to be considered for this role, please apply with a copy of your up to date CV. Unfortunately, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. The successful candidate will be required to register and have passed all safeguarding/vetting checks with Prospero Teaching in order to fill this vacancy. Any adult working with children and vulnerable young people are responsible for safeguarding and protecting the welfare of the children and young people. INLEE-TA