Behaviour Consultant (Outreach)
Mayfield School, Torquay, Devon, TQ2 8NH4 days remaining to apply
Start date details
As soon as possible
Closing date
7 October 2024 at 9am
Date listed
1 October 2024
Job details
Job role
- Other support roles
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Part time: 19.5 hours per week 43 weeks per year (Term-Time plus 4 weeks in holidays) Days to be confirmed
Contract type
- Permanent
Actual salary
- £13,205.00
What skills and experience we're looking for
Mayfield School is a Special school which is based on three sites. The site in Torquay caters for pupils between the ages of 2-19 with severe and profound learning difficulties and the site in Brixham, known as the Chestnut Centre, caters for primary aged pupils who are educated outside mainstream education because of significant social, emotional and mental health difficulties with associated challenging behaviour. The Chestnut Centre also provides an outreach service to mainstream schools in Torbay.
This post is for 3 days a week, term time only. 19.5 hours a week, and the salary advertised is the actual starting salary.
We are looking for an experienced Behaviour Consultant to support the Outreach Lead teacher in working with individuals and groups of children in mainstream schools who are experiencing social, emotional and mental health difficulties.
The successful candidate will be an outstanding individual who is able to form positive relationships with children and adults and has a passion for improving the outcomes of young people. Good communication skills and the ability to respond calmly to challenging situations are essential. You will have a caring and child-centred approach with an ability to show empathy, perseverance, personal resilience, patience and an ability to work flexibly as part of a supportive team. An ability to coach staff and model good practice and strategies for managing challenging behaviour is essential and the understanding of trauma informed approaches and the PACE approach would be a distant advantage.
What the school offers its staff
Working at Mayfield School offers a rewarding and enriching experience for educators and staff alike. We foster a nurturing and inclusive environment where every team member is valued and supported. Our commitment to professional development ensures that you have access to continuous learning opportunities, helping you grow and excel in your career.
You’ll be part of a dedicated team that is passionate about making a positive impact on students’ lives, inspiring and guiding them to reach their full potential. Additionally, our school community is vibrant and collaborative, making it a place where your contributions are recognized and celebrated. Join us to be part of a mission-driven institution that truly values education and personal growth.
Watch our video to see what it is like to work at Mayfield:https://mayfieldtorbay.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/We-Are-Mayfield-30-1-1.mp4
As well as being part of this rewarding environment, Mayfield offers many personal benefits, including:
- Impressive Government Pension Scheme; 18.4% for Support Staff plus other peace of mind / family protection benefits.
- Access to free Well-being Support & Services.
- Blue Light Discount Card & Employee Discount Scheme; providing up to 20% discounts across many companies.
Commitment to safeguarding
All of our safeguarding and recruitment policies are available to view on TES.com where applications need to be made
Applying for the job
Apply for the job by following the link below.
CVs are not accepted.
About Mayfield School
- School type
- Special school, ages 2 to 19
- School size
- 265 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 2 to 19
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report (opens in new tab)
- School website
- Mayfield School website (opens in new tab)
- Email address
- nlidstone@mayfieldtorbay.org
At Mayfield School in Torquay we have 180 pupils with severe and profound learning difficulties arranged in 19 classes from foundation through to Key Stage 4. We have highly skilled staff and fantastic facilities to support the ongoing development of every pupil’s EHCP need in a safe, nurturing and happy environment.
At Mayfield College in Paignton we have 52 students in Key Stage 4 and 5 with severe and profound learning difficulties. The highly skilled College team provide a holistic programme of study for our young people which utilised challenging, relevant and fun learning experiences whilst supporting individual progression and preparation for adulthood.
At Mayfield Chestnut in Brixham we have 32 Primary aged pupils with social, emotional and mental health difficulties arranged in 6 classes. Our highly skilled staff support our pupils to maintain academic progress whilst securing attachment and promoting resilience and wellbeing through playfulness, acceptance, curiosity and empathy.
Across our 3 sites we have the firm mission of Learning together to be the best that we can be building on the successes of today for the challenges of tomorrow.
Arranging a visit to Mayfield School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email nlidstone@mayfieldtorbay.org.
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