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Teaching Personnel

£90 - 100 per day

Manchester

Temporary | Full Time

15/04/2025

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If you're interested in applying for a full-time support worker position in a primary school in Manchester to work 1:1 with a child with Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD), here are some key details and tips:

  • Position: Full-Time Support Worker

  • Location: Primary School in Manchester

  • Role: 1:1 support for a child with Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD)

  • Responsibilities:

    • Provide tailored support to the child, helping them manage their behavior and emotions in the classroom.

    • Work closely with teachers, SENCO (Special Educational Needs Coordinator), and other staff members to develop and implement strategies.

    • Use positive reinforcement techniques to encourage positive behavior.

    • Help the child engage in learning activities and social interactions.

    • Monitor progress and provide feedback to the school and parents.

  • Experience: Previous experience working with children, particularly those with behavioral challenges, is essential.

  • Understanding of ODD: Familiarity with Oppositional Defiant Disorder and strategies to support children with this condition.

  • Patience and Empathy: Ability to remain calm and supportive in challenging situations.

  • Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills for collaborating with staff and parents.

  • Qualifications: Relevant qualifications in childcare, education, or special needs support (e.g., Level 2 or 3 Teaching Assistant qualification).

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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