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Behaviour Support Assistant (SEN Provision)

Location: BridgendPay: From £92.63 per dayAgency: Teaching PersonnelStart Date: September 2026

Teaching Personnel are currently recruiting for a confident and resilient Behaviour Support Assistant to work within a specialist SEN provision in the Bridgend area.

This is a rewarding yet highly challenging role, supporting pupils with complex behavioural needs. The position will primarily involve working with Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 learners, so prior experience with older students and managing challenging behaviour is essential.

• Provide 1:1 and small group support to pupils with behavioural and additional learning needs
• Manage and de-escalate challenging behaviours effectively and safely
• Support students in accessing their education and promoting positive outcomes
• Work closely with teaching staff and wider support teams
• Build strong, trusting relationships with pupils

• Confident, resilient, and able to remain calm under pressure
• Experienced in working with challenging behaviours (essential)
• Strong behaviour management skills
• Experience within SEN or alternative provisions (desirable)
• Passionate about supporting young people to reach their full potential

• Competitive daily rate starting from £92.63
• Opportunity to gain valuable SEN experience
• Potential to transition into a permanent role with the school
• Ongoing support from Teaching Personnel

If you are a dedicated individual who thrives in a challenging environment and is committed to making a real difference, we would love to hear from you.

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.Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance 'Keeping Children Safe in Education' this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.

SEMH Behaviour Support Specialist

Full-time Term-Time Only September Start
105 - 120 per day

Location: Lambeth

Are you a driven, resilient and passionate graduate looking to build a career in psychology, mental health, or specialist education? This is an exciting opportunity to join a highly supportive alternative provision in Lambeth, working with young people who require a therapeutic and nurturing approach to learning.

This role is ideal for aspiring Clinical, Educational or Forensic Psychologists seeking hands-on, impactful experience within a trauma-informed and relationship-focused environment in Lambeth.

The Role - SEMH Behaviour Support Specialist

• Provide targeted 1:1 and small group support for students with SEMH needs, behavioural challenges and additional learning difficulties
• Implement positive behaviour strategies, de-escalation techniques and emotional regulation support
• Build strong, trusting relationships to promote engagement, resilience and confidence
• Support reintegration pathways into mainstream or further education settings
• Work collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary, trauma-informed team in Lambeth
• Contribute to a safe, inclusive and therapeutic learning environment

Why Apply?

• Outstanding opportunity for aspiring psychologists, therapists or counsellors
• Gain invaluable experience in SEMH, trauma-informed practice and behaviour intervention
• Work within a highly supportive, specialist setting
• Excellent staff-to-student ratios allowing meaningful impact
• Develop key skills in behaviour management, safeguarding and pastoral support
• A strong career pathway into psychology, mental health and specialist education roles

Ideal Candidate for SEMH Behaviour Support Specialist

We are looking for individuals who are:

• A Psychology Graduate or hold a related degree (desirable)
• Experienced in youth work, support work or SEN settings (advantageous)
• Passionate about mental health, SEN and behaviour support
• Resilient, proactive and emotionally intelligent
• Confident using behaviour management and de-escalation strategies
• Committed to making a real difference

If you are ready to take the next step in your career and gain hands-on experience as an SEMH Behaviour Support Specialist in Lambeth, apply now by submitting your CV.

SEMH Behaviour Support Specialist

Behaviour Support Assistant

Behaviour Support Assistant

Manchester Full-Time 500 - 600 per week

Do you enjoy helping young people overcome barriers to learning?

Empowering Learning are recruiting Behaviour Support Assistants for specialist schools across Manchester.

You'll work with pupils displaying:

• SEMH
• Autism
• ADHD
• Challenging Behaviour
• Emotional Regulation Needs

Ideal backgrounds include:

• Residential Care
• Youth Work
• Behaviour Mentor
• Children's Residential
• Care Worker

• De-escalation
• Emotional regulation
• Positive behaviour support
• Building trusting relationships
• Supporting learning

Training and ongoing support provided.

• Competitive daily rates of pay.
• Long-term opportunities with potential permanent contracts.
• Dedicated consultant providing ongoing support throughout your placement.
• Access to free CPD and safeguarding training.
• Opportunities to work in outstanding SEND schools across Manchester.
• Pension scheme available.
• Weekly pay.

Empowering Learning is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check, reference checks and safer recruitment procedures in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE).

Empowering Learning is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation.

If you're ready to start a rewarding career supporting children with SEND, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now or contact the Manchester SEND Team at Empowering Learning to find out more.

Join Tradewind Education Agency as a Behaviour Support Assistant and work in Swindon's Primary Schools come September

Behaviour Support Assistant

Are you an experienced teaching assistant with a passion for making a difference in the lives of children? Tradewind Education Agency is seeking dedicated and resilient Behaviour Support Assistants to join our team and work in one of our primary schools in Swindon once the new academic year starts in September.

About Us:

Tradewind Education Agency is a leading education agency committed to providing high-quality support to schools and educational institutions. We pride ourselves on connecting talented professionals with rewarding roles in the education sector. Joining us means becoming part of a dynamic community focused on making a positive impact on the lives of students. We have a 5-star rating on google based on over 240 reviews from Teachers and TAs who have worked for us in the Southwest.

The Role:

As a Behaviour Support Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting students with challenging behaviour across the school. Your resilient nature, good sense of humour, and ability to build strong relationships will contribute to creating a positive and inclusive learning environment. This full-time position requires your availability from Monday to Friday, 8:30 am to 3:30 pm.

Responsibilities:

• Provide individualised support to students displaying challenging behaviour, helping them manage their emotions and make positive choices.
• Implement behaviour management strategies outlined by the school, utilizing positive reinforcement techniques, and promoting self-regulation skills.
• Build strong relationships with students based on trust, respect, and understanding, supporting their academic and emotional development.
• Collaborate closely with teachers and school staff to develop and implement behaviour support plans, providing feedback on the effectiveness of interventions.
• Handle challenging situations and use appropriate de-escalation techniques to manage disruptive behaviour when necessary.

Requirements:

• Proven experience dealing with challenging behaviour in a school setting.
• Resilience and a good-humoured nature to navigate the demands of supporting students with challenging behaviour.
• Ability to build strong and positive relationships with students, fostering trust and engagement.
• Availability for full-time work from Monday to Friday, 8:30 am to 3:30 pm.
• Relevant qualifications and certifications are desirable but not essential.

Why Tradewind

• Your income matters: we will always seek to get you the highest rate of pay and will provide you with the best possible advice
• Your development matters: we offer our people free access to over 2,500 CPD courses, webinars, and resources via the incredible National College
• Your flexibility matters: we tailor the working week to you - daily supply, long-term contracts, and permanent positions all available, all local to you
• Your wellbeing matters: we put people at the heart of everything we do and are proudly a Sunday Times Top 100 employer for 4 years running
• We pride ourselves on our exceptional service to our candidates and are proudly an Equal Opportunities Employer

Click 'Apply now' to be considered for this great position as a Teaching Assistant in Swindon. Or for more information about the role, contact Ross Churn on (phone number removed)/ (url removed)

Are you a Criminology or Psychology Graduate looking to make a meaningful impact on the lives of young people? Do you have a passion for education and mental health?

A specialist school in Thatcham are seeking a dedicated graduate to join their team as a Behaviour Support Assistant, starting in September. In this role, you will support children aged 11 to 18 who face behaviour challenges, including children exhibiting anti-social behaviours as a result of a diagnosed social, emotional or mental health difficulty.

As a Behaviour Support Assistant, you will:

• Work closely with students to overcome behavioural challenges.
• Encourage positive decision-making and implement effective behaviour management strategies.
• Create a calm and safe learning environment to help students maintain focus.
• Encourage healthy relationships between students, staff and peers.
• Provide emotional support to students, helping them develop self-regulation and coping skills.
• Nurture the students' social and emotional development.

The Ideal Candidate will have:

• A degree in Criminology, Psychology, or a related field.
• Passion for working with young people, particularly those facing behavioural and emotional challenges.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure.
• Experience working with children and/or adults with special needs (desirable but not essential).

This is a great opportunity for a recent Graduate to gain hands-on experience in the mental health field, and apply psychological or criminological theory to real-world scenarios. By engaging with various aspects of mental health and education, you will open doors to future roles in clinical or therapeutic settings, as well as youth justice and probation work.

Job Title: Behaviour Support Assistant
Location: Thatcham
Salary: 90 to 100 per day
Hours: 8:30am to 3:30pm, Monday to Friday

If you are a confident worker with a passion for helping others, then apply today!

Behaviour Support Assistant, Behaviour Support Assistant, Thatcham, Thatcham, Thatcham

Position: Full-Time Behaviour Support Assistant
Location: Eastbourne
Pay: £92.63 £100 per day
Hours: 08:30am 3:30pm
Contract: Full-Time Term Time Only

Supply Desk is a well-established education recruitment agency specialising in Primary, SEND, and Secondary education. We partner with a wide range of schools across East Sussex, West Sussex, and Brighton & Hove, providing reliable and high-quality support staff and teachers. We are currently seeking a dedicated and resilient Behaviour Support Assistant to join supportive school settings in Eastbourne on a full-time basis.

Are you passionate about supporting children and young people with behavioural and emotional needs? We are recruiting motivated and empathetic Behaviour Support Assistants to work full-time in schools across Eastbourne and nearby areas.

This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference by supporting pupils who may display challenging behaviours or require additional emotional and behavioural guidance. You will work closely with teaching staff and pastoral teams to promote positive behaviour, engagement, and wellbeing.

• Provide one-to-one and small group behavioural support to pupils.
• Implement behaviour management strategies and individual support plans.
• Support pupils in developing social, emotional, and self-regulation skills.
• De-escalate challenging situations calmly and effectively.
• Assist the class teacher in maintaining a positive and safe learning environment.
• Uphold safeguarding standards and promote pupil wellbeing at all times.

• Previous experience working with children or young people, particularly those with behavioural needs (school, youth work, care, or similar settings).
• A calm, patient, and resilient approach.
• Strong behaviour management and communication skills.
• A current enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain one).
• Professional, reliable, and committed to full-time work.

• Competitive daily rates of pay (£89.05 £100 per day).
• Dedicated education consultants who understand your career goals.
• Ongoing support and professional development opportunities.
• Opportunity to secure long-term or permanent positions.
• Refer a Friend scheme earn up to £150 collectively.

If you re interested in this full-time Behaviour Support Assistant opportunity in Eastbourne, we would love to hear from you. Please apply today!

Supply Desk is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS, including a children s barred list check and, where applicable, a vulnerable adults barred list check, is required for all successful candidates.

To be considered for the role and the rates advertised, you must meet the minimum experience, training or qualifications stated and have the legal right to work in the UK. To be considered for a higher rate, in addition to meeting the minimum criteria, you must be able to demonstrate additional experience, training, and if applicable, qualifications. This role complies with AWR (2010) regulations protecting agency workers rights. Please note that this job expires after 90 days-you can, however, still apply to be considered for similar roles.

Are you looking to support children with additional learning needs?

Are you interested in supporting young people's mental health?

Do you have experience working with challenging behaviour?

An excellent Specialist School in Newbury are currently looking for a Behaviour Support Assistant to join them on a long-term basis, starting in September. This is an exciting opportunity for a Psychology or Criminology graduate, or experienced Teaching Assistant to develop experience with Special Educational Needs and Behaviour, and help support their mental health.

The SEN School are looking for a confident, dedicated Behaviour Support Assistant who is enthusiastic and passionate about mental health. Ideally, you will have experience working with children previously - this could be in any capacity, whether it is voluntary work, babysitting or in a sports setting! Experience with challenging behaviour would also be greatly beneficial.

As a Behaviour Support Assistant, you will be working with children aged 11 to 16 with a range of special educational needs, including autism, ADHD, anxiety, trauma and behaviour challenges. You will help keep all the pupils focused and on task in the classroom, and help to manage their behaviour. Alongside their class work, you will help the students understand and process their own emotions and struggles, and support their emotional well being. The school focus on alternative forms of education, so expect many arts and crafts, outdoor activities and cooking!

• Behaviour Support Assistant
• September 2026
• Monday to Friday, 08:30 to 15:30
• 90 to 100 per day, PAYE
• Graduate Opportunity
• Mental Health & Youth Work
• Newbury

Are you interested in this Behaviour Support Assistant role? If so, apply now!

Location - Newbury, Newbury, Newbury

The Role

As a Behaviour Support Assistant, you will be a key member of the pastoral team, working closely with students, teachers, and senior leaders to support positive behaviour and emotional regulation across the school.

Your responsibilities will include:

Supporting students with SEMH needs and challenging behaviour on a 1:1 and small group basis

De-escalating incidents and implementing effective behaviour management strategies

Working closely with the pastoral team to monitor behaviour patterns and interventions

Supporting reintegration of students back into lessons following incidents

Building strong, trusting relationships with vulnerable students to promote engagement and progress

Assisting in the creation and implementation of behaviour and support plans

Acting as a positive role model and promoting the school s values at all times

Liaising with teachers and safeguarding teams where appropriate

About You

We are looking for someone who is:

Resilient, calm, and confident when dealing with challenging behaviour

Experienced working with young people (school-based experience is ideal, but transferable experience from youth work, sports coaching, residential care, or similar settings will be considered)

Passionate about supporting students who face barriers to learning

Strong in communication and relationship-building

Able to remain professional and consistent in high-pressure situations

Committed to safeguarding and student wellbeing

What s on Offer

Full-time, stable position (Monday to Friday, term time only)

Opportunity for a permanent contract for the right candidate

Clear progression routes within the school and wider trust

Supportive and experienced pastoral team

Ongoing training and development opportunities

The chance to make a genuine impact every day

Why Work with GSL Education?

At GSL Education, we pride ourselves on matching the right educators and support staff to the right schools, ensuring long-term success for both candidates and settings. Our consultants have extensive experience within education and provide hands-on support throughout the entire recruitment process.

From your initial application through to your first day in school and beyond, you ll have a dedicated consultant guiding and supporting you every step of the way.

If you are a resilient, committed individual looking to take the next step in a rewarding pastoral role, we would love to hear from you.

Behaviour Support Assistant

About the Role:
We are looking for a dependable, proactive and resilient individual to join our team as a Teaching Assistant in a Special Educational Needs (SEN) school. This is a practical, active role suited to someone who is confident, steady under pressure, and ready to get stuck in to support young people in a meaningful way.

You will work closely with students with a range of additional needs, supporting them throughout the school day both in and out of the classroom. The role calls for patience, consistency, and a calm, firm approach.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supporting students with learning, behaviour, and day-to-day routines
• Assisting the class teacher with lessons and structured activities
• Working one-to-one or with small groups to reinforce learning
• Managing challenging behaviour with confidence and consistency
• Supporting students during break times, transitions, and off-site activities
• Assisting with personal care, including toileting and hygiene needs

Who We're Looking For:
The ideal candidate will:

• Be reliable, punctual, and able to work as part of a team
• Have a calm, confident, and approachable manner
• Be physically active and comfortable in a hands-on role
• Be willing to support students with personal care needs
• Communicate clearly and build strong, respectful relationships
• Be adaptable, practical, and ready to take initiative
• Experience working with children or young people is helpful, but not essential

What We Offer:

• A strong, supportive team environment
• Ongoing training and development
• A varied, active role where every day is different
• The opportunity to make a real impact on students' lives

If you're someone who takes pride in being reliable, practical, and making a difference where it counts, we encourage you to apply.

Reeson Education:

Reeson Education is England's Premier Recruitment Agency. Established in 2006 by experienced teachers, education professionals and recruitment specialists, we have built our business and reputation on the cores values of honesty, integrity and excellence.

We care about education and the provision of education and have established an excellent reputation with schools and teachers alike.

At Reeson Education we work closely with a large network of Nurseries, Primary Schools, Secondary Schools and Colleges across England. Our client base provides us with an abundance of available daily supply, long term and permanent opportunities across all age groups in all areas of London.

Reeson Education is an Equal Opportunities employer and is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding and the promotion of the welfare of children, young people and adults and expects all staff to share this commitment.

Please note, where a salary or daily rate range is stated, the higher rate applies to candidates who meet the enhanced experience, training or qualification requirements specified within the advert. All daily/hourly rates quoted are inclusive of holiday pay at 12.07%

Job Title: Behaviour Teaching Assistant
Location: Birmingham
Start Date: ASAP
Salary: £95 - £110 per day

Are you passionate about supporting young people to overcome barriers to learning?

Do you have experience managing challenging behaviour and building positive relationships with students?

Are you looking for a rewarding Behaviour Teaching Assistant role within a supportive Pupil Referral Unit?

TeacherActive is proud to be working with a well-established Pupil Referral Unit in Birmingham, which operates across seven campuses throughout the city. The provision supports Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 students who require additional behavioural and emotional support, providing a structured, inclusive environment where young people are encouraged to re-engage with education and achieve their full potential.

The school is looking to appoint a Behaviour Teaching Assistant on both long-term and short-term assignments with an immediate start available. The successful Behaviour Teaching Assistant will support students both inside and outside of the classroom, helping to manage behaviour, promote engagement with learning and provide consistent encouragement to students who may present with SEMH needs, challenging behaviour or have experienced barriers to education.

The successful Behaviour Teaching Assistant will have:

• Experience working with children or young people with challenging behaviour or SEMH needs
• Previous experience as a Teaching Assistant, Behaviour Mentor, Learning Support Assistant or in a similar support role
• Strong behaviour management skills and the ability to build positive relationships quickly
• A calm, patient and resilient approach to supporting young people
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• A proactive, positive attitude and willingness to support across KS3 and KS4

In return for the above you can expect to receive:

• A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy onboarding process
• Guaranteed Payment Scheme Terms and Conditions apply
• CPD Courses and certificates as part of the My-Progression channel
• Market leading rates of pay
• TeacherActive Referral Scheme Receive up to £100 when you refer a friend Terms and Conditions apply

Our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you re paying the right level of TAX and National Insurance and there s no messing around with admin charges coming out of your hard earned cash.

If you are interested in this position, then click APPLY NOW and I will be in touch regarding this fantastic opportunity.

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About TeacherActive

TeacherActive is one of the UK s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.

Equal Opportunities Statement

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.

Safeguarding and DBS Compliance

Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements.

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each education environment.