Behaviour Support Assistant
Job description
Location: Bridgend, South Wales
Pay Rate: £92.95 per day
Hours: 8:30am – 3:30pm
Contract: Full Academic Year
⭐ Behaviour Support Assistant– Make a Real Impact Every Day
Are you driven to help young people overcome challenges and unlock their full potential?
We’re looking for a Behaviour Support Assistant to support pupils aged 7–19 in a specialist school for students with social, emotional and behavioural needs, autism, and disrupted education backgrounds.
In this hands‑on, high‑impact role, you’ll be a calm, consistent and motivating presence — helping learners regulate emotions, build confidence and re-engage with their education. You’ll work closely with teachers and pastoral staff to create a safe, structured and positive learning environment where every student feels seen, supported and capable of success.
Every day is different, fast‑paced and meaningful — and your support can truly change a young person’s path.
Who We’re Looking For
Someone with:
- Experience with children, youth work, care, mentoring or coaching
- Confidence and resilience during challenging moments
- A calm, patient and consistent approach
- Understanding of ALN/SEMH needs
- A genuine passion for helping young people grow emotionally and academically
✅ Requirements
(We’ll help you with the process!)
- Age 18+
- Education Workforce Council (EWC) registration
- Enhanced DBS on the Update Service
- Two professional references covering 24 months of employment
⭐ Why Join Teaching Personnel?
- Competitive daily pay
- Weekly PAYE
- A dedicated consultant for ongoing support throughout your placement
- Free CPD training (behaviour management, safeguarding & more)
- Long‑term and permanent opportunities – we will get you what you want!
Ready to Help Young People Thrive?
If you’re passionate about making a real difference and becoming a steady, positive role model, we want to hear from you.
Send your CV today to millie.crocker@teachingpersonnel.com and take the first step in your Behaviour Empowerment journey.
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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