Behaviour Support Assistant

AMA Admin; Cramlington; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

AMA Admin is recruiting a dedicated Behaviour Support Assistant for a specialist SEMH school in Cramlington. The role involves providing 1:1 and small group support to pupils with SEMH and behavioural needs, helping students stay engaged in lessons and develop emotional regulation.

You will work closely with teaching and pastoral teams, act as a calm, positive role model, and help de-escalate challenging behaviour.

Qualifications

• Experience working with young people with SEMH or behavioural needs.
• Confident, proactive and not afraid to get stuck in.
• Calm and resilient, with the ability to build strong relationships.
• Understanding of behaviour management strategies.
• Passionate about supporting vulnerable young people.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support to pupils with SEMH needs.
• Support students with emotional regulation and engagement in lessons.
• Act as a positive role model, encouraging confidence and resilience.
• Help manage and de-escalate challenging behaviour.
• Support pupils during lessons, transitions and break times.
• Work closely with teaching staff and pastoral teams.

Skills

SEMH experience

Behaviour management

Resilience

Empathy

Job description

Behaviour Support Assistant

Pay: £450 - £550

Hours: Monday to Friday | Full-time

Start Date: ASAP

Specialist SEND & SEMH School in Cramlington.

Are you passionate about supporting young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs? Do you have the resilience, empathy and confidence to make a real difference every day?

We are currently recruiting for a dedicated SEMH Teaching Support Assistant to join a lovely specialist secondary school in Cramlington. There are multiple opportunities available, with the potential for roles to become permanent for the right candidates.

About the School

This welcoming secondary school provides a supportive and inclusive environment for pupils with additional needs. The school places a strong focus on pastoral care, ensuring students feel safe, understood and supported throughout their education.

With a committed staff team and a strong behaviour support approach, the school promotes consistency, structure and positive relationship building. Staff work closely together to support pupils both academically and emotionally, helping them to re-engage with learning and build confidence.

The Role

As a SEMH Teaching Support Assistant, you will:

• Provide 1:1 and small group support to pupils with SEMH needs
• Support students with emotional regulation and engagement in lessons
• Act as a positive role model, encouraging confidence and resilience
• Help manage and de-escalate challenging behaviour
• Support pupils during lessons, transitions and break times
• Work closely with teaching staff and pastoral teams

The Ideal Candidate

• Experience working with young people with SEMH or behavioural needs
• Confident, proactive and not afraid to get stuck in
• Calm and resilient, with the ability to build strong relationships
• Understanding of behaviour management strategies
• Passionate about supporting vulnerable young people

Team Teach or similar training is desirable but not essential.