Behaviour Support Assistant SEN Schools

Behaviour Support Assistant SEN Schools – Guildford & Surrounding Areas

Start Date: September

Milk Education Guildford is seeking passionate and resilient Behaviour Support Assistants to support a range of SEN and SEMH schools across Guildford, Surrey and the surrounding areas.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with strong behaviour management experience who is passionate about supporting young people, helping them overcome barriers to learning, and creating a positive and inclusive school environment.

If you have experience supporting students with challenging behaviour, SEMH needs, or additional learning needs, this could be the perfect opportunity to develop your career within education.

About the Behaviour Support Assistant Role

As a Behaviour Support Assistant, your responsibilities will include:

• Providing 1:1 and small-group support to students with behavioural, emotional, and social needs
• Supporting pupils with SEMH, SEND, and additional learning needs
• Implementing behaviour support strategies and individual support plans
• Working closely with teachers, SEN teams, and pastoral staff to promote positive outcomes
• Using effective de-escalation and behaviour management techniques when required
• Building strong, trusting relationships with students to encourage engagement and confidence
• Supporting students both inside and outside of the classroom environment

Essential Requirements

To be considered for this Behaviour Support Assistant role, you will need:

• Previous experience supporting children or young people (school, youth work, care, residential, or similar backgrounds considered)
• Strong behaviour management and de-escalation skills
• Experience supporting pupils with SEN, SEMH, autism, ADHD, or challenging behaviour is desirable
• A patient, resilient, and nurturing approach
• A genuine passion for helping young people achieve their potential

Why Work with Milk Education Guildford?

When you join Milk Education, you’ll receive:

• Competitive weekly pay
• A dedicated local consultant supporting you throughout your placement
• Access to free accredited CPD training, including safeguarding and behaviour support
• Opportunities to work across a variety of SEN and mainstream secondary schools
• Support finding the right role to match your experience and career goals
• A team that genuinely cares about your development within education

Interested in Becoming a Behaviour Support Assistant?

If you’re looking for a rewarding opportunity supporting young people in a SEN school this September, we’d love to hear from you!

Contact the Milk Education Guildford team today to find out more.

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