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Educato Recruitment is working with a secondary alternative provision in Rochdale to recruit a Behaviour Support Assistant to support pupils who may have experienced difficulties within mainstream education. This is an opportunity to make a genuine difference to young people who need consistency, patience and the right support to re-engage with learning. Pupils may present with challenging behaviour, difficulties with emotional regulation, disengagement from education or social and emotional needs that can affect their day-to-day learning. We're looking for someone who can build positive relationships whilst maintaining clear boundaries and expectations. You'll need to be confident responding to challenging situations, remaining calm under pressure and recognising that behaviour can often be a form of communication. What will the role involve?

• Supporting secondary-aged pupils throughout the school day, both in lessons and during less structured periods.
• Managing and responding to challenging behaviour using positive, consistent behaviour strategies.
• Building trusting relationships with pupils who may be reluctant to engage with adults or education.
• Supporting pupils to regulate their emotions, resolve conflict and make positive choices.
• Encouraging pupils to attend lessons, participate in activities and complete learning tasks.
• Working alongside teachers and the wider support team to maintain a safe, structured and supportive environment.
• Helping pupils develop confidence, resilience and the skills needed to make progress with their education.
  
  We're particularly interested in candidates with experience in secondary schools, alternative provision, PRUs, SEMH settings or other environments where behaviour support is a key part of the role.
Experience in youth work, mentoring, residential care or supporting young people with additional needs may also be relevant. You'll need to be patient, resilient and adaptable, with the confidence to maintain boundaries whilst treating pupils fairly and respectfully. A consistent approach and the ability to build relationships are just as important as previous experience.