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National Star; Pontypool; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job description

Are you a Behaviour Support Practitioner looking to make a meaningful impact on the lives of young people with disabilities? Join our team of emotional wellbeing specialists at National Star College in Wales.

Job details

Role type

Part Time, Term-Time Only

Hours of work

21 hours / 39 weeks (0.47 FTE)

Location

Near Pontypool, Wales

Contract type

Permanent

Contract

Term-time only

Interview date

Provisional interview date: 28th April 2025

An opportunity has become available to join our team of emotional wellbeing specialists at National Star College in Wales, working 21 hours a week, term time only. We would expect this to be a minimum of 3 days a week but can consider some flexibility on how these hours are allocated.

At National Star, we recognise that there are a range of factors outside of education that can impact a learner’s life at college. National Star’s Emotional Wellbeing Service promotes good mental health and Positive Behaviour Support (PBS), supporting learners in getting the most from their social, educational, and life skills programmes.

The role of the Behaviour Support Practitioner focuses on working with learners who present with emotional wellbeing support needs or distressed behaviour, supporting them in managing this through a variety of evidence-based interventions, with the ultimate aim of improving their quality of life.

With a good understanding of the functional analysis of behaviours and the consequent development of support plans, you will be working alongside support teams to develop their skills in delivering pro-active, person-centred approaches to working together with learners.

Multi-disciplinary working is essential as you will be working collaboratively with other health professionals, including Occupational Therapists and Speech and Language Therapists, delivering evidence-based interventions that are based on the holistic understanding of the learner’s needs. Part of your role will involve providing professional advice, training, and information to colleagues, families, and carers.

The role will require someone who is patient, caring, and compassionate with excellent observational skills. You will not be fazed when asked to manage emotionally challenging situations, drawing upon your creativity and problem-solving skills. You will be expected to work autonomously, managing your own caseload.

For an informal discussion regarding this role, please call our recruitment team on 01242 504300 or visit our website for more information.

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Apply online to the Behavioural Support Practitioner role.

How we will reward you

It’s motivating to feel valued at work. That’s why all new staff will receive a ‘Golden Hello’ up to the value of £250 for full-time staff (pro-rata for part-time employees) upon successful completion of their probation.

Fantastic career development opportunities and comprehensive induction programme - theory and practical.

Staff minibus from Cheltenham and Gloucester to our Ullenwood site Monday to Friday.

Award-winning training.

Use of fitness suite and swimming pool and staff clubs.

Westfield medical cover.

Life insurance cover.

Employee helpline.

Contributory pension scheme.

Opportunity to purchase a TOTUM discount card.

Employee discounts at attractions, high street retailers, supermarkets, utilities, and motoring, plus much more.