Cover Supervisor /Behaviour Support Assistant
| Posting date: | 23 September 2024 |
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| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 23 October 2024 |
| Location: | Bracknell, Berkshire, RG12 7BA |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | eTeach UK Limited |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 1443975 |
Summary
We are looking for a Cover Supervisor / Behaviour Support Assistant. This is an exciting opportunity to join Brakenhale School and become an integral member of the Science team. We are an 11 to 18 school situated on the southern side of Bracknell town centre. We are a community school. Our commitment to high standards and outstanding teaching has led us to become the school of choice for families in Bracknell Forest. You will also be joining a terrific team, emphasising the importance of cooperation and teamwork. Your role at our school will be to help our teachers whenever they are unable to teach, and to assist with the behaviour support team.Greenshaw Learning Trust is a highly successful multi academy trust that provides excellent quality, comprehensive, non-selective and inclusive education through primary schools and secondary schools. Our schools are based in London, Surrey, Berkshire, Gloucestershire and South Gloucestershire, Bristol and Plymouth. We also have three shared service hubs with remote / hybrid working opportunities where appropriate. We are building a family of like-minded schools, that collaborate to provide mutual support, share their good practice and learn from each other, whilst retaining and developing their own distinctive character. We thrive from collaboration at every level. We encourage a culture of sharing ideas and learning from one another. As a Trust of schools, we are ‘Always Learning’. Main responsibilities:Ensuring that students are supervised whilst undertaking prepared or learning activitiesEnsuring that students are managed and well-behavedDealing with any immediate problems/emergencies according to the school’s policies/proceduresReporting as appropriate using the school’s agreed referral procedures, on the completion of tasks, behaviour for learning of students during the class and on any problems arisingTo attend and participate in relevant staff meetings and professional development as requestedUnderstand, comply with and contribute to the development of the school’s policies and support service procedures including the all safeguarding and child protection, equal opportunities, health and safety, confidentiality and data protectionAdapt the delivery of learning materials and support, considering the needs of students, to aid them in learning as effectively as possibleDevelop methods of promoting and reinforcing students’ self-esteem and independence within the classroom and school environmentHighlight the need for additional support in consultation with appropriate professional staffTogether with teaching staff be involved in monitoring of student progress and maintaining related recordsIn consultation with teaching staff, participate in the evaluation of the support programmes for students, contributing to reviews of children’s progress, including formal reviews of statementsProvide regular feedback and assessment on children’s progress to class teachers, form tutors and other professionals as requiredTo assist in the evaluation of the impact of covered lessons on pupils and throughout the schoolParticipate in the on-call rotaSupport with students in our Behaviour Support Team (Ready For Learning)Deliver interventionsDevelop positive and effective relationships with students to foster a positive learning ethos in all lessonsAlongside teaching staff, develop effective relationships and links between home and schoolParticipate in the development and delivery of the programme of Out of Hours extracurricular/study activities and under the guidance and direction of senior staff You will need:GCSE Maths & English Grade C or equivalentGood literacy and numeracy skillsAppropriate experience of operating in a similar role To assess, manage and deliver pastoral and learning supportKnowledge of using IT systems and packages, in particular Microsoft OfficeAble to use relevant technology and specialist equipment effectivelyExperience of working with vulnerable young people Experience of working in a school’s environmentStrong verbal & written communication skills and an ability to use these to have a positive input on student learning in the classroom & in small groups/1-1Ability to maintain accurate recordsAbility to work within set guidelines and respond to unexpected circumstancesAbility to cope with exposure to emotionally demanding situationsAbility to work effectively as part of a team or as an individualAbility to prioritise workloads and have excellent time management and organisational skillsExcellent interpersonal and communication skillsAbility to establish positive relationships with staff members at all levelsAble to take a whole school perspective on issuesExcellent attention to detailAbility to be self-motivatingResourceful, creative and enthusiasticAbility to remain positive What’s in it for you:Professional development and career progressionGenerous pension schemeAn Employee Assistance ProgrammeGym DiscountsFree eye testsCycle to work schemeGreen car schemeBeing part of a great team and expanding organisation Please download the recruitment pack for further information.Closing date for receipt of applications is Friday 18th October 2024. We reserve the right to appoint before the closing date.We are committed to building an inclusive, diverse workplace where everyone can thrive.If you require any support or adjustments to interact with us, please let us know. Greenshaw Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects staff and volunteers to share this commitment.