Behaviour Assistant - SEMH

Prospero Teaching; Harrow; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free CPD courses

Consultant support

In-house training team

Long-term placements

Job summary

Prospero Teaching is currently recruiting for a dedicated Behaviour Support Assistant to join a supportive school in Harrow. The role focuses on students with SEMH needs, providing one-to-one and small group support to promote positive behaviour and engagement.

You will work with teachers and pastoral teams to help learners access lessons and develop self-regulation skills. Immediate start available for suitable candidates and full-time hours offered.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people with SEMH, behavioural needs, autism, or additional learning needs.
• A calm, patient, and resilient approach.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Experience in education, youth work, care, mentoring, support work, or similar settings desirable.
• Up-to-date Safeguarding Training (or willingness to complete training).

Responsibilities

• Providing 1:1 and small group support to students with SEMH needs.
• Promoting positive behaviour and emotional regulation strategies.
• Supporting students during lessons and unstructured times throughout the school day.
• Building strong, trusting relationships with pupils.
• Working closely with teachers, SENCOs, and pastoral teams.
• Encouraging student engagement, attendance, and personal development.
• Assisting with behaviour management and de-escalation when required.

Skills

Calm under pressure

Patience

Resilience

Communication skills

Relationship-building

Job description

Behaviour Support Assistant - SEMH

Prospero Teaching is currently recruiting for a dedicated and resilient Behaviour Support Assistant to join a supportive and inclusive school in Harrow.

The school caters for students with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, providing a nurturing environment where young people are supported both academically and emotionally. The staff team is highly experienced and works collaboratively to help students develop confidence, self-regulation skills, and positive relationships.

As a Behaviour Support Assistant, you will work closely with students who may present with challenging behaviours, emotional difficulties, or barriers to learning. You will play a key role in supporting students both inside and outside the classroom, helping them to engage positively with their education and reach their full potential.

Key responsibilities include:

• Providing 1:1 and small group support to students with SEMH needs
• Promoting positive behaviour and emotional regulation strategies
• Supporting students during lessons and unstructured times throughout the school day
• Building strong, trusting relationships with pupils
• Working closely with teachers, SENCOs, and pastoral teams
• Encouraging student engagement, attendance, and personal development
• Assisting with behaviour management and de-escalation when required

Contract Details

Location: Harrow, North West London

Position: Behaviour Support Assistant (SEMH)

Start Date: Immediate / ASAP

Full-Time: Yes

Pay Rate: Competitive, dependent on experience

Training & Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people with SEMH, behavioural needs, autism, or additional learning needs
• A calm, patient, and resilient approach
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Experience in education, youth work, care, mentoring, support work, or similar settings desirable
• Up-to-date Safeguarding Training (or willingness to complete training)

To Be Eligible For This Role Through Prospero Teaching

• Hold the Right to Work in the UK
• Hold an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the Update Service, or be willing to obtain one
• Provide two professional references covering the last two years
• Be committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people

About Prospero Teaching

Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. Successful candidates will be required to complete all necessary safeguarding and vetting checks before placement.

Benefits of Working with Prospero Teaching

• Free accredited CPD courses, including Safeguarding and Behaviour Management
• Ongoing support from our dedicated consultants
• Access to our in-house Training and Development Team
• Opportunities for long-term and permanent placements