Behavior Support Assistant

Reports to: Assistant Headteacher (Behaviour & Inclusion) / SENDCo / Inclusion Manager

To support students whose behaviour presents barriers to learning by promoting positive behaviour, improving engagement, and helping students develop the social and emotional skills needed to succeed in school.

• Provide one-to-one and small group behaviour support for students with behavioural, social and emotional needs.
• Implement behaviour support plans and restorative approaches to encourage positive choices.
• Support students in managing behaviour, emotions and conflict effectively.
• Work with teachers to promote a positive learning environment and minimise disruption to lessons.
• Monitor student behaviour, attendance and engagement, maintaining accurate records where required.
• Build positive relationships with students, parents/carers and external agencies to support student progress.
• Supervise students during breaktimes, transitions and other unstructured periods as required.
• Follow all school safeguarding, child protection and behaviour policies.
• Attend relevant meetings and participate in training and professional development.

Essential

• Experience working with young people in an educational or similar setting.
• Understanding of behaviour management strategies and restorative practice.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Calm, patient and resilient, with the ability to de-escalate challenging situations.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.

Desirable

• Teaching Assistant (Level 2 or 3) qualification or equivalent.
• Experience supporting students with SEND, SEMH or behavioural needs.
• Training in behaviour management, Team Teach, or other positive handling approaches.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful candidate will be required to complete an Enhanced DBS check and comply with all safeguarding policies and procedures.