Primary Behaviour Outreach Worker

About the role

DSPL 5 Primary Behaviour Outreach Worker

Howe Dell School and DSPL 5 are looking to recruit a Primary Behaviour Outreach worker who will go into primary schools across Hatfield and Welwyn Garden City.

The successful applicant will work within the Primary Outreach Team to support the schools in the management of pupil’s behaviour in mainstream schools. The team will work with identified individuals and small groups to offer behaviour strategies, support and give advice as appropriate to schools, parents and other professionals.

We are looking for candidates who:

• Are passionate about supporting children with additional and behavioural needs
• Will work well as part of a team, working effectively with DSPL 5, Outreach Lead, children, staff and parents
• Are resilient, flexible and willing to take on different challenges
• Are creative and resourceful
• Are passionate and dedicated to making a difference to children’s educational journeys, no matter their starting points
• Have enthusiasm and are willing to develop their professional development
• Have an awareness and understanding of Special Educational Needs
• Understand a range of strategies and interventions to support children with SEMH needs within a primary classroom

The contract is term time only from the hours of 8.45 – 3.15 daily, (32 hours per week). It is salaried at grading H5 –H6 depending upon skill set and experience.  A flexible working approach would be considered. This position is depended on DSPL 5 funding.

Howe Dell Primary School is committed to safeguarding children and young people and therefore the successful applicant will be subject to suitable references, medical and DBS checks in accordance with Herts County Council guidelines. We provide an organisation that takes safer recruitment seriously and rigorous checks will be made as part of the process relating to any appointments to the school. We actively seek to recruit with Child Protection as a priority.

Closing date:   Friday 12th September

Interview date: Monday 22nd September