Behaviour Assistant
The Thetford Academy
Norwich
- Expired
- Salary:
- £16,089 - £17,514 (£18,870 - £20,541 full time equivalent)
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- As soon as possible
- Apply by:
- 10 January 2019
Job overview
Thetford Academy is looking for a reliable, dynamic, and responsible behaviour assistant to support student behaviour and promote a positive learning environment.
The role involves providing immediate support for behavioural incidents, and supporting and supervising students who have been temporarily removed from lessons in the academy and placed in the internal exclusion room. You will have a calm, clear, and consistent approach to dealing with young people.
The ideal candidate will be able to establish good relationships with students, acting as a role model and being aware of and responding accordingly to their individual needs. You will need excellent organisational skills and confidence in communicating with a range of different stakeholders.
We are part of the Inspiration Trust, twice ranked the top comprehensive schools group for pupil progress to GCSE. Our 2014 Ofsted inspection judged the Academy to be Good, with Outstanding leadership. Our location close to the A11 makes us easy to reach from Norfolk, Suffolk, and Cambridgeshire. The rich pine forests and heathland of the Brecks are close by to help you relax in your time off, with good connections both to London and to Norfolk’s fabulous beaches and Broads.
We are committed to offering excellent professional opportunities and learning opportunities for our staff, through careful support and personalised CPD. We offer a structured and specific induction programme.
To apply for this role please click the button on this page to complete the online application form.
Closing date for applications: Thursday, January 10 2019
Interview date: w/c January 14 2019
Inspiration Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
All staff appointments are subject to satisfactory references and enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service checks. We are an equal opportunities employer.
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About The Thetford Academy
Thetford Academy is a community secondary school and sixth form, close to the Norfolk/Suffolk border.
Thetford Academy helps their students get the best possible GCSE results, and guide them through A-levels and vocational studies that prepare them for university and the world of work.
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