Verbal Behaviour Assistant

CLARUS EDUCATION; London; On-site; GBP 26,000; Full time

Job description

Verbal Behaviour Assistant
ASAP Start
£25,194.93 including SEN Allowance
Full time / permanent
Brent

We are seeking to appoint Verbal Behaviour Assistants to join our school, where we strive to ensure our environment supports children to be happy, safe and educated in a tailored manner in order for them to achieve their potential.

What is Verbal Behaviour?

1. Verbal Behaviour is an approach that applies behavioural principles to language development.
2. Teaching methodologies used are evidence based and developed from an initial text written by Skinner.
3. Verbal Behaviour focusses on the reasons why we engage in different types of communication.
4. It helps us identify areas of communication that our pupils find difficult and how to teach them most effectively.
5. Verbal Behaviour doesn’t just have to be vocal communication.
6. Individuals can engage in Verbal Behaviour in multiple modes using sign language, communication books, electronic devices etc.
7. All of our teaching is delivered in the context of the MultiAgency Support the individual receives.

We can offer you:

1. A place within a committed Verbal Behaviour team;
2. High quality professional development opportunities;
3. Tailored CPD programme and training to develop an understanding of the Verbal Behaviour methodology, starting with a robust induction programme;
4. Calm, purposeful and well-resourced learning environments;
5. A forward-thinking approach to teaching and learning throughout the school.

We are looking for:

1. Positive, energetic and creative learning support and teaching assistants with a love of teaching and learning;
2. Applicants who have a keen interest in developing skills in Verbal Behaviour;
3. Learning support and Teaching assistants who have experience in positively managing behaviour;
4. Experience or knowledge of autism and/or severe learning difficulties an advantage;
5. Applicants who are interested in developing their knowledge and understanding in evidence based teaching methods (or in Verbal Behaviour/ABA).

We are dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. You will have a safeguarding responsibility if appointed. The successful candidate will be subject to enhanced clearance through the Disclosure and Barring Service and employment will be subject to references. This post is not exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

To apply for this opportunity, send your detailed CV to Clarus Education now to be considered. We will be contacting those shortlisted within 48 hours of an application.

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