Behaviour Support Assistant - High Needs SEN School
Location: Sheffield
Salary: 95 - 120 per day
Contract: Full-time / Term Time Only
Recruiter: Tradewind Recruitment
Behaviour Support Assistant - High Needs SEN School
Tradewind Recruitment are currently recruiting on behalf of a specialist SEN school in Sheffield for a dedicated and resilient Behaviour Support Assistant to join their team. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a genuine difference in the lives of children and young people with complex additional needs while working within a highly supportive educational environment.
The school is part of a well-established Multi-Academy Trust, offering excellent support, professional development opportunities and the potential to work across other schools within the Trust where required. This provides candidates with the opportunity to broaden their experience while remaining within the same organisation.
About the Role
You will support children and young people with a range of additional needs including:
- Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
- ADHD
- Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD)
- Communication needs, including supporting non-verbal pupils
- Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs
- Behavioural needs
Some pupils may display behaviours that challenge, including verbal aggression, physical aggression, self-injurious behaviours and periods of emotional dysregulation. You'll receive ongoing guidance and support from an experienced team to ensure pupils are supported safely, consistently and positively.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide 1:1 and small group support to pupils throughout the school day.
- Build positive, trusting and professional relationships with students.
- Support pupils to regulate their emotions using agreed behaviour strategies.
- Assist with classroom learning, communication and life skills.
- Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists and senior leaders.
- Help maintain a safe, inclusive and supportive learning environment.
- Where required, support other schools within the Trust in line with operational needs.
We're Looking For Someone Who Is:
- Calm under pressure.
- Patient, resilient and empathetic.
- Confident managing challenging situations.
- Passionate about supporting children and young people with additional needs.
- Able to build strong professional relationships with pupils and colleagues.
- Flexible and adaptable to the needs of the school.
Previous experience within education is welcomed but is not essential. We also encourage applications from candidates with backgrounds in:
- Care and Support Work
- Mental Health Services
- Youth Work
- Residential Childcare
- Sports Coaching
- Prison or Probation Services
- Behaviour Support
- Healthcare
If you have transferable skills and a genuine passion for helping young people succeed - let us know!
Pay Information
Daily pay for this role ranges from 95 to 120 per day.
The rate offered will be determined by several factors, including:
- Relevant skills and previous experience.
- Availability to work on a full-time basis.
- The specific requirements and responsibilities of the school.
Candidates who are available full-time, demonstrate relevant experience and closely match the school's requirements will typically be considered for the higher end of the pay scale.
Why Work with Tradewind Recruitment?
- Competitive daily pay of 95- 120 per day.
- Access to free CPD and professional development through The National College.
- Dedicated support from an experienced Tradewind Recruitment consultant.
- Opportunities for long-term, permanent and Trust-wide career progression.
- The chance to work within a respected Multi-Academy Trust committed to improving outcomes for children with additional needs.
How to Apply
Please send your most up-to-date CV to (url removed) to be considered for this exciting opportunity.
