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Behaviour Support Assistant (Challenging Behaviour)

Job Posted: 17 days ago

Salary: £ 92.5 - 105 / Day
Job Type: Temporary
Location: Bristol

Expire in: 11 days

Job Description

Job Title: Behaviour Support Assistant (Challenging Behaviour)
Location:Bristol and Bath

Salary: Day Rate 

Contract Type: [Full-time / Part-time 

We are seeking a dedicated and resilient Behaviour Support Assistant to join our school team. This role involves supporting students who display challenging behaviour, helping them to engage positively with learning and develop essential social and emotional skills. You will play a key role in creating a safe, structured, and supportive environment where all students can thrive.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide 1:1 and small group support for students with behavioural needs
Implement behaviour management strategies in line with school policies
Support students in developing self-regulation, social skills, and positive behaviours
Work closely with teachers, SENCOs, and pastoral staff to support individual learning plans
De-escalate challenging situations calmly and effectively
Monitor and record student progress and behaviour
Build positive, trusting relationships with students
The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

Experience working with children or young people with challenging behaviour (school-based or similar setting preferred)
A calm, patient, and resilient approach
Strong communication and teamwork skills
The ability to remain professional under pressure
An understanding of safeguarding and child protection
A genuine passion for supporting vulnerable learners
Desirable (but not essential):

Relevant qualifications in education, psychology, or youth work
Experience with SEN, SEMH, or autism
Training in behaviour management techniques (e.g., Team Teach)
What We Offer:

A supportive and inclusive school environment
Opportunities for professional development and training
The chance to make a meaningful difference in students’ lives
Competitive salary and benefits
Our very own CPD Academy of further development.
How to Apply:

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check will be required.

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.

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