Teaching assistant - Challenging behaviour - ASAP start - Blackburn Are you looking for work in the Education sector? Are you looking for work in Blackburn? Do you have a passion for working with children with behavioural difficulties? Are you strong with positive behaviour management? We are currently looking for a teaching assistant to work as a Behaviour Support Assistant who can deliver person centred support to individuals who can 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 Up to date safeguarding training issued in the last year (essential however training can be provided) Up to date prevent awareness & FGM training issued in the last 3 years (essential, however, training can be provided) Recent behaviour management training 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 & adult 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 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.