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Behaviour Support Assistant

Job Posted: 4 days ago

Salary: £ 500 - 600 /
Job Type: Temporary
Location: Blackburn, Lancashire

Expire in: 24 days

Job Description

Behaviour Support Assistant 

SEMH School - Blackburn - Up to £600 per week - Full-Time

Are you passionate about supporting children with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs?

Do you have the confidence and resilience to work with pupils who present challenging behaviour in a primary setting?

A well-established Primary SEMH specialist school in Blackburn is seeking a committed Behaviour Support Assistant to work closely with pupils requiring additional emotional and behavioural support. This is a demanding yet highly rewarding role, ideal for individuals with strong resilience, empathy, and a genuine desire to make a difference.

The Role - Behaviour Support Assistant

In this Behaviour Support Assistant role, you will support pupils across Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2, delivering 1:1 and small-group interventions to help them engage with learning and develop positive behavioural patterns.

You will play a central role in managing challenging behaviour, using structured and consistent strategies to support emotional regulation and effectively de-escalate situations. Building strong, trusting relationships is key, as you will act as a reliable and positive role model for pupils who need stability, guidance, and encouragement.

You will be supporting pupils with needs including SEMH, ADHD, Autism, and trauma-related behaviours, helping them overcome barriers and build confidence both in and out of the classroom.

What's on Offer

Up to £600 per week
Full-time, long-term Behaviour Support Assistant role
Immediate or September start available
Ongoing SEMH and behaviour management training
Supportive and experienced school teamIdeal Candidate - Behaviour Support Assistant

Experience working with children or young people (school, youth work, care, coaching)
Strong behaviour management skills
Resilient, patient, and confident
Ability to build positive, trusting relationships
Passion for supporting vulnerable pupilsThis Behaviour Support Assistant role in Blackburn offers a fantastic opportunity to make a real impact while developing valuable SEMH experience. It is particularly well suited to candidates considering careers in Psychology, Therapy, Social Work, or related fields.

Click 'Apply Now' to be considered for this exciting opportunity today.

Prospero is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. The successful candidate will be required to register and complete all safeguarding/vetting checks in line with statutory guidance. Any adult working with children and young people is responsible for safeguarding and promoting their welfare.

Behaviour Support Assistant - Blackburn SEMH Primary School - Up to £600 per week

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