TKAT (The Kemnal Academies Trust) • Crawley RH10 5AD
About this role
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Join a Leading Trust in Education
Thomas Bennett Community College is proud to be part of The Kemnal Academies Trust (TKAT), one of the largest and most established
multi-academy trusts in the country. As part of The Kemnal Academies Trust, colleagues benefit from access to a wide network of
professional support, collaboration, and development opportunities across a family of schools committed to excellence in
education. The Trust is dedicated to investing in its people, providing high-quality training, career progression opportunities,
and a strong culture of teamwork and innovation. Joining Thomas Bennett means becoming part of a forward-thinking organisation
that values inclusion, ambition, and continuous improvement, where staff are empowered to make a real difference to the lives of
young people.
About Thomas Bennett Community College
Thomas Bennett Community College is a welcoming and ambitious 11–18 secondary school at the heart of the Crawley community,
serving families across the town and the wider West Sussex area. As part of The Kemnal Academies Trust, the school combines a
strong community ethos with the advantages of a wider network of collaboration and support. With more than 1,200 students,
including a thriving sixth form, it provides an inclusive and supportive environment where young people are encouraged to achieve
their full potential. The school is committed to delivering a high-quality education through a broad and engaging curriculum
across Key Stages 3, 4, and 5, supported by modern facilities and dedicated colleagues. Strong relationships with parents, local
organisations, and the wider community underpin the school’s work, while students are encouraged to demonstrate aspiration,
resilience, respect, and pride in both their achievements and their community.
The Role of the
Behaviour Support Assistant
* Support students, clients, or service users with behavioural, emotional, and social development.
* Implement behaviour support plans and strategies under the guidance of senior staff or specialists.
* Promote positive behaviour and encourage independence, confidence, and self-regulation.
* Build trusting and professional relationships with individuals, families, and multidisciplinary teams.
* Observe, monitor, and record behavioural patterns, triggers, and progress accurately.
* Provide one-to-one or small group support in educational, residential, or community settings.
* Use de-escalation techniques to manage challenging behaviour safely and effectively.
* Encourage participation in learning, activities, and social interactions.
* Maintain a calm, consistent, and supportive approach in challenging situations.
* Assist with conflict resolution and emotional regulation strategies.
* Liaise with teachers, therapists, social workers, and other professionals to ensure consistent support.
* Safeguard the wellbeing, dignity, and rights of all individuals at all times.
What We’re Looking For
* A compassionate, patient, and resilient individual with a genuine passion for supporting others.
* Experience working with children, young people, or adults with behavioural or additional support needs is desirable.
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build positive relationships.
* Ability to remain calm and professional in challenging situations.
* Understanding of behaviour management strategies and positive reinforcement techniques.
* A proactive and flexible approach to supporting individuals with varying needs.
* Confidence working independently as well as part of a multidisciplinary team.
* Good observational and reporting skills with attention to detail.
* Commitment to safeguarding, equality, diversity, and inclusion.
* Ability to adapt quickly to changing situations and individual support requirements.
* A positive attitude with strong problem-solving and conflict-resolution skills.
* Reliable, punctual, and committed to maintaining high professional standards.
As part of Kemnal Academies Trust, our colleagues enjoy
* Access to a wide range of resources, training, and best practice across the Trust
* Supportive, forward-thinking leadership with a focus on continuous improvement
*
Generous Pension Scheme
Significant employer contributions to support your long-term financial wellbeing
*
Wellbeing Support
Access to a wellbeing app and an expert-led Eight-Week Mindfulness Programme
*
Family Friendly Leave
Policies designed to support work-life balance and caring responsibilities
*
Tailored CPD
Ongoing professional development to support your teaching practice and career progression
To find out more, visit our website here [https://www.thomasbennett-tkat.org/] or contact the school office on 01293 526255
[tel:01293%20526255] or
admin@tbcc-tkat.org [admin@tbcc-tkat.org]
Our Commitment
Safeguarding
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this
commitment. Offers of employment will be subject to the full safer recruitment process, including an enhanced disclosure and
barring service check.
Flexible working
We recognise the value of enabling our employees to develop their career and balance this with their commitments and interests
outside of work. We promote flexible working practices and opportunities to promote a positive work life balance.
Our Commitment - Equity, Inclusion, Diversity and Belonging
At Kemnal, we are committed to Equity, Inclusion, Diversity, and Belonging. We embrace and celebrate differences, value
individual experiences, aspirations, and achievements, and continuously learn how to grow better together. We actively encourage
applications from candidates of all backgrounds, as we believe diversity strengthens our community and drives us forward.
Access to interview
Be Who You Are at Kemnal - should you be selected and invited to interview please let us know if you require us to adapt the
recruitment process to enable you to participate as your authentic self. We want applicants to be able to engage with us in ways
that support who they are and we are committed to making adjustments within the recruitment process and within the workplace.
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