Behavioural Support Assistant

Behavioural Support Assistant | SEMH & Mentorship | Local Secondary SchoolsPosition: Full-Time, Long-Term (Term Time Only)Salary: £90 - £95 per day (Weekly Pay - dependent on experience)Start Date: Immediate / Next TermAre you a resilient, patient individual with the "thick skin" and empathy required to help students overcome barriers to learning? Join our secondary network as a Behavioural Support Assistant and help at-risk students find their path to success.A Career Built on Resilience, Not Just AcademicsWe are seeking dedicated Behavioural Mentors to work with students across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 (Years 7-11). This role is perfect for those who want to make a tangible difference in the lives of students with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, or those who display challenging behaviour.

• Impact Beyond the Grades: Act as a stabiliser in the classroom, helping students regulate their emotions and remain engaged in their education.
• Specialised Career Path: This is the perfect springboard for aspiring Educational Psychologists, Social Workers, Youth Justice Workers, or SEN Teachers.
• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy typical school hours (approx. 8:30 am - 3:30 pm) with no "take-home" work-giving you the space to recharge after a high-energy day.
• Weekly Pay: Competitive daily rates of £90 - £95 per day, paid every Friday via Randstad.

Your Role as a Behavioural MentorAs a Behavioural Support Assistant, you are a role model and a guide, helping students navigate the complexities of school life.

• De-escalation & Support: Recognise triggers and use low-level de-escalation techniques to prevent classroom disruptions and keep students on task.
• 1:1 & Small Group Mentorship: Work closely with specific students to build rapport, improve their social skills, and boost their self-esteem through structured intervention.
• Inclusion Support: Assist the school's Inclusion or "Bridge" unit, providing a safe space for students who find the mainstream classroom environment overwhelming.
• Collaborative Strategy: Work alongside the SENCO and Pastoral Leads to implement individual behaviour plans (IBPs) and ensure a consistent approach to student welfare.

Essential RequirementsWe value character, resilience, and the ability to stay calm under pressure. You are an ideal fit if you:

• Are Naturally Resilient: You understand that "behaviour is communication" and can maintain a professional, non-judgemental attitude in challenging situations.
• Have Relevant Experience: This could be from a PRU (Pupil Referral Unit), youth work, sports coaching, residential care, or even a background in psychology or the police/military.
• Are a Strong Communicator: You can build trust with "hard-to-reach" teenagers while maintaining clear professional boundaries.
• Are Committed: You hold an enhanced DBS (or are willing to apply) and are 100% dedicated to Safeguarding and child welfare.

Apply TodayReady to be the "calm in the storm" for a student who needs it most?How to Apply:

• Click "Apply Now" to submit your CV for immediate review by our secondary team.

Contact Robbie Day directly at [email removed] for an informal check-in regarding the specific school environments and student needs.

experience

Teaching

skills

ability to track progression in attainment,background in youth work,behaviour management,building relationships,classroom management,communication,de-escalation techniques,empathy,experience in administering medication,experience in managing challenging behaviour,experience with autism spectrum disorders,experience with learning difficulties,experience with social emotional mental health,inclusiveness,manual handling,marking,mentor experience,personal care experience,planning,resilience,restraint training,speech and language therapy experience

education

high school,college,university