Specialist Behaviour Support Assistant

Make a Lasting Difference to Young People's Lives

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide one-to-one and small group support to pupils.
• Build positive, trusting relationships with young people.
• Support pupils to develop emotional regulation and social skills.
• Promote positive behaviour strategies throughout the school day.
• Assist pupils in accessing learning both inside and outside the classroom.
• Work collaboratively with teachers and support staff to meet individual needs.
• Help create a safe, nurturing, and inclusive learning environment.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• Experience working with children or young people with SEMH, SEND, autism, ADHD, or behavioural needs.
• A calm, resilient, and positive approach.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to remain professional in challenging situations.
• A genuine passion for supporting vulnerable young people.
• Team Teach training is desirable but not essential.

What We Offer:

• Competitive pay rates.
• Opportunities for long-term and permanent positions.
• Ongoing training and professional development.
• Dedicated support from an experienced education consultant.
• The opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of children and young people.

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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