Behaviour Support Assistant

Are you calm under pressure, resilient and passionate about supporting young people who need extra guidance? We are working with a specialist SEN school supporting pupils with Autism, SEMH and complex behavioural needs, and they are looking for a Behaviour Support Assistant to join their supportive and experienced team. This is a highly rewarding role where you will support students to regulate emotions, build confidence and re-engage with learning. 🧠 The Role As a Behaviour Support Assistant, you will: • Support pupils with challenging behaviour and additional needs • Work 1:1 and in small groups with students • Help pupils develop emotional regulation and coping strategies • Support behaviour management within the classroom • Build positive, consistent relationships with students • Work alongside teachers, SENCOs and pastoral teams 👀 Ideal Backgrounds We are particularly interested in candidates with experience in: ✔ Youth work or mentoring ✔ Care or support work ✔ SEMH or behaviour support roles ✔ Sports coaching or fitness backgrounds ✔ Police, military or security roles ✔ Psychology or education graduates No school experience required — the right attitude and resilience are key. 🌟 The Ideal Candidate You will be: • Calm, patient and resilient • Confident managing challenging behaviour • A positive role model • Proactive and team-focused • Passionate about supporting young people Why Apply? ✨ Work in a supportive SEN environment ✨ Excellent experience for careers in education, psychology or therapy ✨ Ongoing training and development opportunities ✨ Make a real difference to young people's lives 📩 Apply now to learn more about this rewarding Behaviour Support Assistant role