Position: Behaviour Support Assistant Location: PR2 Contract Type: Temporary / Agency Start Date: Immediate Salary: Day rate from £83.40 depending on experience Are you passionate about supporting children with special educational needs and disabilities and helping them develop positive behavioural skills? Axcis Education are currently looking for a dedicated and caring behaviour support assistant to join our team, working in a primary school setting to support children with SEND, promoting positive behaviour, and creating an inclusive and supportive learning environment. As a Behaviour Support Assistant, you will work closely with children with SEND, helping them to develop their social, emotional, and behavioural skills. You will support children on a one-to-one or small group basis and work in collaboration with teachers, SENDCOs (Special Educational Needs Coordinators), and other professionals to implement behavioural strategies that promote a positive and calm classroom environment. Key Responsibilities: • Providing tailored support to children with SEND to manage and regulate their behaviour in the classroom and during other school activities. • Supporting children with developing social and emotional skills and promoting positive interactions with peers. • Assisting teachers in creating and implementing behaviour plans and strategies to address specific needs. • Encouraging positive behaviour, de-escalating situations, and providing calming strategies when necessary. • Recording and reporting behavioural incidents and progress to relevant staff members, including the SENDCO and parents. • Working with small groups or individual students to support their learning, behaviour, and personal development. • Providing a safe, supportive, and inclusive environment where every child can thrive. • Offering guidance and support to staff on behaviour management strategies. Key Requirements: • Experience working with children, particularly those with SEND or behavioural challenges, is essential. • Strong knowledge and experience in supporting children with challenging behaviour and promoting positive behaviour. • A patient, calm, and empathetic approach to working with children. • Ability to work flexibly and adapt strategies to meet the individual needs of students. • Strong communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with teachers, SENDCOs, and other support staff. • A proactive and positive attitude, with the ability to manage challenging situations calmly and effectively. • A Child and Adult DBS is required. If you do not currently hold one, we can assist with the process. If you are passionate about supporting children with, SEND and helping them develop positive behaviours in an educational setting, we would love to hear from you! This is an excellent opportunity to work in a rewarding role where you can make a positive impact on the lives of children and contribute to their social, emotional, and academic growth.<br/><br />If you are interested, then please click on the apply button and contact Jessica Tierney on 0151 459 9299 | Ext: 3029.<br /><br />If you are not interested in this role but know someone else who might be, <strong>don&#39;t forget that we offer &pound;50 in shopping vouchers if you refer a friend to us and we place them in the job.</strong> For more details, contact your local Axcis office.<br /><br /><em>This is a temporary position, unless stated otherwise.</em><br /><br /><em>Axcis is an equal opportunities employer and as such we do not discriminate based on age, gender, disability, race or any other equal opportunities criteria.<br /><br />The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.<br /><br />As such, you will be required to provide an up to date DBS, or be prepared to allow Axcis to process one on your behalf, in addition to other mandatory compliance checks in line with the DfE guidelines (for details please see our website).<br /><br />Axcis Education is an employment agency offering temporary supply work for daily, short-term and long-term assignments in addition to permanent positions.<br /><br />You must be suitably qualified for the position advertised and be prepared to attend a face to face interview with Axcis to demonstrate your suitability for this role.<br /><br />Salary / Pay Rate will be dependent on your skills and experience.</em><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;"><a href="/job-page-disclaimer">View the disclaimer</a></span></strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;"><strong>Contact: </strong></span><strong> Jessica Tierney&nbsp;</strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;">Telephone: </span> 0151 459 9299 | Ext: 3029</strong></strong>