Specialist Behaviour Support Assistant

Location: Bristol Area Hours: Full-Time, Monday to Friday Pay: Competitive, dependent on experience Start Date: ASAP

Make a Lasting Difference to Young People's Lives

Are you passionate about supporting children and young people who face barriers to learning? Do you have the resilience, patience, and dedication to help pupils overcome challenges and achieve their potential? We are seeking a caring and motivated Specialist Behaviour Support Assistant to work within specialist educational settings supporting pupils with SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health) needs, challenging behaviour, autism, ADHD, and additional learning needs. This rewarding role is ideal for individuals with experience in education, youth work, care, coaching, mentoring, or support work who are looking to make a genuine impact every day.

Key Responsibilities

Provide one-to-one and small group support to pupils. Build positive, trusting relationships with young people. Support pupils to develop emotional regulation and social skills. Promote positive behaviour strategies throughout the school day. Assist pupils in accessing learning both inside and outside the classroom. Work collaboratively with teachers and support staff to meet individual needs. Help create a safe, nurturing, and inclusive learning environment.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

Experience working with children or young people with SEMH, SEND, autism, ADHD, or behavioural needs. A calm, resilient, and positive approach. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. The ability to remain professional in challenging situations. A genuine passion for supporting vulnerable young people. Team Teach training is desirable but not essential.

What We Offer

Competitive pay rates. Opportunities for long-term and permanent positions. Ongoing training and professional development. Dedicated support from an experienced education consultant. The opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of children and young people. If you are passionate about helping young people succeed and thrive, we would love to hear from you. Apply today and help inspire positive change for the next generation. 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.

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