Behaviour Support Assistant

Zen Educate; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education support provider in Cardiff is seeking a compassionate Behaviour Support Worker to assist primary-aged pupils with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. The role involves providing tailored support both in small groups and 1:1 to promote engagement and well-being. Candidates should have relevant experience, strong communication skills, and a passion for helping children. This full-time position offers a supportive environment with opportunities for professional development and excellent pay.

Benefits

Opportunity for professional growth

Supportive working environment

Excellent rates of pay

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with SEMH is desirable.
• A Team Teach qualification is a distinct advantage.
• Strong communication skills and a caring approach are essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to pupils with SEMH and behavioural difficulties.
• Work with pupils in small groups and 1:1.
• Collaborate with staff to implement tailored strategies.
• Help create a positive learning environment.

Skills

Experience supporting children with additional learning needs

Strong communication skills

Resilience and patience

Passion for helping children thrive

Education

Team Teach qualification

Job description

Behaviour Support Worker - SEMH & Behavioural Support

Location: Newport, Primary School

Start Date: ASAP & September long term

Hours: Full-time | Monday to Friday

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Behaviour support workers to support pupils with Additional Learning Needs, Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs and behavioural difficulties. The school is keen to speak with applicants from a variety of backgrounds including education, care and sports coaches.

This is a full-time, long-term role with the potential to become permanent for the right candidate.

About the Role:

• Provide support to primary-aged pupils with additional learning needs, particularly SEMH and challenging behaviour
• Work with pupils in small groups and on a 1:1 basis to promote engagement, wellbeing, and progress
• Collaborate with teaching staff and the wider support team to implement tailored behaviour and learning strategies
• Help create a positive learning environment

What We're Looking For:

• Experience supporting children with additional learning needs, particularly SEMH, is desirable
• A Team Teach qualification is a distinct advantage
• Strong communication skills, patience, and a resilient, caring approach
• A genuine passion for helping children thrive both emotionally and academically

Why Join Us:

• Work in a supportive and thriving school environment
• Opportunity for professional growth and a pathway to permanent employment
• Excellent rates of pay

If you're passionate about making a difference in the lives of young learners and have the skills to support children with SEMH and behavioural challenges, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today to take the next step in your education support career.

All applications are subject to Zen educate's strict background checks including: Right to work in the UK, 2 x professional references, Enhanced DBS check and EWC registration which we can help you obtain.

Zen educate is acting as an Employment business in relation to this vacancy.