Behaviour Support Assistant
Do you have experience working in specialist primary education?
Do you have experience assisting pupils with different support needs?
Are you looking for a role based in the Leeds area?
We have a role available that is likely to be what you are looking for!
This is an opportunity based in the Leeds area at a school that has a great reputation and is known to foster a supportive and positive environment both for pupils and staff.
The role itself will be to support pupils based in a small provision attached to the primary school. There will be around 4-6 pupils in the provision, and you will work alongside a strong staff team to support these pupils and their needs.
The role will be perfect for someone who will be patient and empathetic yet assertive when needed in their approach to the pupils. The role will be extremely rewarding and provide strong job satisfaction.
The successful candidate will:
· have some knowledge and experience on how to support pupils with SEMH (social, emotional, mental health) needs
· establish a warm, caring, and supportive relationship with the pupils
· be able to manage challenging behaviour effectively
· be resilient in their attitude and approach
· liaise with other staff to ensure the pupil can access the learning and stay happy in school
· be able to communicate effectively with the pupil they are providing support to
If you are interested in developing your education experience and think this could be the role for you, please apply with an up-to-date CV. We look forward to hearing from you!

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.
· Prospero Teaching is able to offer the successful candidate:
· Free, accredited continued professional development courses including safeguarding and behaviour management
· In-house Training and Development Team