The team at Ortus Recruitment work in collaboration with Primary/SEN schools and bring them together with individuals looking for opportunities in the education sector. We are dedicated to providing specialised and ongoing support to educators looking for full-time and long-term roles within schools in their local area. We work with a number of schools, all rated ‘Good‘ or ‘Outstanding‘ by Ofsted, with supportive senior leadership teams and opportunities for further career progression and CPD courses.

Our client school in Brent is looking for a Behaviour Support Assistant to on a 1:1 basis with a child in Year 3. This is an inclusive and diverse primary school located in Wembley, Brent. This is a fantastic opportunity for an individual with experience as a behaviour mentor, sport coach, youth worker, special educational needs assistant and/or learning support assistant.

As a Behaviour Support Assistant, you will provide support and guidance to a boy in Year 3 who is exhibiting challenging behaviour. They require someone who can have a firm but fair approach, build a positive relationship with the child and put the correct strategies in place to manage his behaviour.

Requirements for the role:

• Ability to set boundaries
• Ability to establish trust and respect
• Firm but fair approach
• Behaviour management experience
• SEN experience
• Ability to problem solve and take initiative
• Good communication skills

Details about the role:

• Mon-Fri, 8:25am – 3:45pm
• No weekends
• Term time
• Full time & Long-term
• £400-£500 per week (PAYE)
• Potential to be placed on teacher training programme
• Generous referral scheme
• Continuous support/advice from specialist consultants

Ortus Recruitment is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All candidates applying to posts through Ortus Recruitment must undertake or have undertaken the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) application form.

If you are looking for a rewarding opportunity to make a difference to the lives of children, please apply now with your full CV!