Location: PR1 Contract Type: Full-time, Temporary/Agency Salary: Day pay rate from £83.40 About the Role: Are you passionate about supporting young people to overcome challenges and achieve their full potential? Axcis education are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Behaviour Support Assistant to join our agency and work in a dynamic high school setting with students who have Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs and display challenging behaviours. As a behaviour support assistant, you will work closely with teachers, school staff, and other professionals to create a positive and inclusive learning environment. You will provide tailored support to students, helping them to manage their behaviour, develop social skills, and access education in a way that best meets their individual needs. Key Responsibilities: • Work one-on-one and in small groups with students with SEMH needs to manage challenging behaviour and improve emotional regulation. • Implement strategies and interventions to promote positive behaviour and enhance student wellbeing. • Support teachers in managing classroom behaviour, aiding to maintain a calm and productive learning environment. • Build trusted relationships with students, encouraging their personal development and academic progress. • Provide pastoral support, including mentoring, to help students build confidence and self-esteem. • Assist with risk assessments, behaviour plans, and report observations on student progress to school staff and agency managers. Key Requirements: • Experience working with children or young people with SEMH or other additional needs. • A calm, patient, and empathetic approach to dealing with challenging behaviour. • Strong communication skills and the ability to work well as part of a team. • The ability to adapt and respond flexibly to changing situations. • A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. • Relevant qualifications or training in education, psychology, or behaviour management are desirable but not essential. Why Join Us? • Competitive salary and benefits package. • Gain valuable experience in a supportive and dynamic school environment. • Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.<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>