Behaviour Support Assistant

Vision for Education Ltd; Ebbw Vale; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Team Teach training

On-site parking

Company pension (auto-enrolment)

Job summary

Vision for Education Ltd. is seeking a dedicated Behaviour Support Assistant to work full-time in Ebbw Vale, supporting pupils with SEBD and helping them stay engaged in learning.

You will build trust with students, de-escalate behaviours, and provide consistent guidance in daily school life. A driving licence is preferred, enhanced DBS is required, and Team Teach training is offered.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting pupils with social, emotional and behavioural difficulties (SEBD).
• Ability to build positive, trusting relationships with pupils in school settings.
• Willingness to adapt approaches to individual pupil needs.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 support to pupils and help them engage with learning.
• De‑escalate difficult behaviours and apply positive behaviour strategies.
• Support pupils with SEBD and disadvantaged backgrounds in classrooms.

Skills

Behaviour management

1:1 support

Relationship building

Calm under pressure

Job description

Behaviour Support Assistant - Full-Time

• Are you looking for a full-time Behaviour Support Assistant role in Ebbw Vale?

• Looking for an excellent rate of pay between £462.80 and £542.80 per week?

• Want to work with a Times Top 10 UK employer?

• Seeking a Monday to Friday role with weekends off?

• Passionate about supporting pupils with social, emotional and behavioural difficulties and helping them reach their full potential?

Then we may have an exciting opportunity for you!

Behaviour Support Assistant - Full-Time - Ebbw Vale

Vision for Education Cardiff is actively recruiting a dedicated and resilient Behaviour Support Assistant to support pupils with social, emotional and behavioural difficulties (SEBD), including those from disadvantaged backgrounds, within a school setting in Ebbw Vale.

As a Behaviour Support Assistant, you will build positive, trusting relationships with pupils, often working on a 1:1 basis to provide tailored support, encourage positive behaviour and help them engage with their education. You will play an important role in providing consistency, guidance and a positive role model for pupils who may face challenges both inside and outside the classroom.

Due to the nature of the role, the school is looking for someone who is confident supporting pupils with challenging behaviour, can remain calm under pressure and has the ability to think on their feet. You will need to recognise potential triggers, de-escalate difficult situations and use positive behaviour management strategies to help pupils regulate their emotions and re-engage with learning.

A sporting background or an interest in sports would be advantageous. When a pupil becomes agitated, you may have the opportunity to use physical activity as a positive outlet, whether that involves kicking a football around for five minutes or encouraging participation in another preferred activity before returning to classroom learning.

Ideally, you will have previous experience working with primary or secondary-aged pupils in a school, alternative provision or similar setting. However, we also welcome applications from individuals with transferable skills, a genuine interest in behaviour support and a strong desire to make a difference in young people's lives.

A driving licence is preferred for this role, as pupils may take part in extracurricular activities off-site. An enhanced DBS check is also required.

In return, you will receive:

• An excellent rate of pay between £462.80 and £542.80 per week, depending on experience.

• Outstanding training and professional development opportunities, including Team Teach, safeguarding and other relevant courses.

• Free on-site parking.

• Auto-enrolment into the company pension scheme, subject to eligibility.

• Holiday pay at 12.07%.

• A full-time, long-term Behaviour Support Assistant position.

• The opportunity to develop your skills and experience in behaviour management, pupil engagement and additional learning needs (ALN).

• The satisfaction of knowing you are making a genuine, positive difference to pupils' education, confidence and future prospects.