Behaviour Support Assistant

Location: Darwen
Days: Monday – Friday (Full-Time)
Hours: 8:00am – 4:00pm
Pay: £13.75 per hour
Age Range: 10–16 years

Are you passionate about supporting young people and removing barriers to learning? Do you have strong behaviour management skills and a desire to make a real difference in an alternative education setting?

We are looking for a committed and resilient Behaviour Support Assistant to join a dedicated team in a Secondary Alternative Provision in Darwen, working with pupils aged 10–16 who require additional behavioural and emotional support.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support pupils in managing behaviour and engaging positively with learning

• Build strong, supportive relationships with students

• Work alongside teaching and pastoral staff to implement effective strategies

• Contribute to creating a safe, inclusive, and nurturing environment

Requirements:

• Experience in managing challenging behaviour in an educational or similar setting

• A calm, confident, and proactive approach

• A genuine passion for working with young people with complex needs

• Availability to work full-time, Monday to Friday, from 8:00am to 4:00pm

This is a rewarding opportunity to have a meaningful impact on the lives of students who need it most.

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.
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