Intervention & Pastoral Support Assistant at Spring Brook Lower School

Sound experience of supporting pupils who present with challenging behaviour and complex needs, preferably within an SEMH setting. Experience of supporting pupils to overcome barriers to their personal, social or learning development from a pastoral perspective. Experience of intervening to support pupils in crisis or affected trauma by using either emotional or educational support. A nurturing, empathetic and holistic approach to behaviour management. The physical and emotional resilience to support pupils with SEMH, understanding that all behaviour is a form of communication and an indication of an unmet need. Experience of delivering bespoke interventions with a focus on reading and phonics to individuals or small groups of pupils. Experience of working in partnership with other staff members to support the delivery of bespoke strategies and interventions. Experience of supervising pupils over lunch and break times as directed. The ability to build relationships with pupils, families and key partners around the pupils. The ability to work as part of a team using own initiative when needed.