Hamilton School is seeking a temporary Thrive Support Worker to cover maternity leave to support positive student behaviour and wellbeing across the school. Working as part of a dedicated Thrive team, you will deliver targeted interventions and provide day-to-day behaviour support, helping to create a calm, safe and purposeful learning environment. This role is central to ensuring students are supported to regulate their behaviour, engage in learning and develop resilience.,

Deliver 1:1 Thrive sessions and targeted group interventions to support emotional regulation and address underlying causes of behaviour
Support the consistent implementation of behaviour systems across the school, aligned to the Thrive approach
Work alongside teaching and support colleagues to promote engagement and positive behaviour in lessons
Supervise students throughout the school day, including break and lunchtime, arrivals and departures
Observe, record and report on student progress and intervention outcomes to inform ongoing support
Contribute to a consistent, relational and supportive approach to behaviour and pastoral care
Promote and embed the Thrive approach across the school, modelling best practice
Work collaboratively with colleagues, parents and external partners to support student wellbeing
Maintain a safe environment through adherence to safeguarding, health and safety and school policies, Working for our Trust means contributing to something larger by supporting the education and life chances of children and young people every day.

Experience or interest in supporting young people with social, emotional and mental health needs
Ability to build positive, professional relationships with students and colleagues
Calm, consistent and resilient approach to behaviour management
Strong communication, organisation and teamwork skills
Commitment to safeguarding and promoting student welfare
Willingness to undertake relevant training, including Thrive or behaviour support approaches

Hamilton School in Reading is a place of opportunity, belonging and growth for young people aged 11-16. As a special school within Maiden Erlegh Trust, it provides a highly supportive environment for students who benefit from smaller classes, strong relationships and personalised approaches that help them learn, develop confidence and succeed in life.

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