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Five Education is working with a special school to recruit a Behaviour Specialist Support Worker in Yeovil. The school places importance on helping students achieve their potential through creative and active curriculums to inspire and motivate them. Pupils in the school range from 7 to 19 years old and have a range of SEND needs such as ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder), ACEs (Adverse Childhood Experiences) and ASD (Autism Spectrum Disorder). 

The successful candidate will have knowledge and experience of working with children and young people who have complex needs. You will need to be highly engaging, compassionate and be able to establish an excellent rapport with pupils.  

Main Responsibilities

Support 1:1 with identified pupils in class and around the school

Work under the guidance of the class teacher to enable students to access the curriculum and possibly tailor tasks to their ability levels

Guide pupils when they are struggling and help them to become regulated and calm

Work with the class teacher and SENCO to create a positive learning environment

Essential Criteria

Have an interest in supporting children/young people

Right to work in the UK (Valid Visa)

Relevant references and DBS/police checks if necessary

Able to work 5 days a week (term time only), 8:30-16:30* 

*Please note, if you do not have a Non-Voluntary Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, we will need to help you process a new one at a cost of £62.70. This will be refunded after 20 days of work with us.   

What can Five Education offer you? 

•Check out our Google reviews for one of the best supply experiences in Bristol! We offer free specialised training in areas such as Team Teach, Makaton, PMLD/SLD Awareness, Autism Awareness, and more 

•Free DBS (refunded when you work 20 days) 

•Recommending a friend bonus scheme 

•Specialist support/ mentoring while you are working 

If you think this could be a job for you, please get in touch to find out more from Danielle at (phone number removed). We are always available for an informal chat if you want to find out more about whether this role is suited to you. 

Pay: Five Education operates a PAYE payroll; this is the most transparent way to be paid with no hidden fees such as admin fee or employer's NI. Please note pay rate is for illustration and does include holiday pay. 

Vetting: Five Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all of the staff we employ to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to undergo checks including reference checks, TRA checks and will need to have a DBS; there will also be an interview. 

We welcome and encourage job applications from people of all backgrounds. We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates as they are currently under-represented at this level. 

Contact Danielle on (phone number removed) / danielle