Behaviour Support Assistant – SEN School, Gateshead (Full-Time)

Protocol Education is currently recruiting for a dedicated Behaviour Support Assistant to join a specialist SEN school in Gateshead, supporting pupils with a range of additional needs including Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), ADHD, speech and communication difficulties, and social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs.

This is a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of young people while gaining valuable experience within a specialist educational setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Support pupils who may display behaviours that challenge
• Assist with the implementation of individual behaviour support strategies
• Promote emotional regulation and positive coping techniques
• Support learning and engagement both in and out of the classroom
• Encourage independence, confidence and social development
• Build positive and trusting relationships with pupils
• Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists, support staff and families to meet individual needs

Working Hours

Monday: 8:30am – 4:00pm
Tuesday: 8:30am – 4:00pm
Wednesday: 8:30am – 3:45pm
Thursday: 8:30am – 4:15pm
Friday: 8:30am – 3:15pm

Requirements

• Previous SEND experience is desirable but not essential
• A patient, caring and empathetic approach
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Ability to remain calm and resilient in challenging situations
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to apply for one
• Full-time availability

What We Offer

• Ongoing CPD and specialist SEND training opportunities
• Dedicated support from an experienced consultant
• Opportunities for long-term and permanent positions
• Valuable experience within a supportive SEN environment

If you are passionate about supporting children and young people with additional needs, apply today to join a welcoming SEN school in Gateshead.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.

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