Behaviour Support Assistant

Avenue Centre for Education; England; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Avenue Centre for Education is seeking a Behaviour Support Assistant to complement teachers and help pupils overcome barriers to learning within and outside school. The role focuses on high-quality learning support, with one-to-one guidance in class and group sessions, aiming to raise aspirations and promote positive attitudes to education.

The successful candidate will work with a dedicated team to safeguard and support vulnerable pupils, following the school’s Job Description and Person

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with behaviour difficulties.
• Ability to provide learning support in class and in groups.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting welfare of children.

Responsibilities

• Provide complimentary service to teachers to support pupils in overcoming barriers to learning.
• Support students on a one-to-one basis in class and with groups.
• Assist in raising aspirations and developing skills through guidance and support.

Skills

Behaviour management

One-to-one support

Group support

Job description

We are looking for a Behaviour Support Assistant who will provide a complimentary service to the work of teachers to support pupils in overcoming barriers to learning within and outside school and assist in raising aspirations.

The ideal candidate must have previous experience supporting children who have behaviour difficulties. In this role, you will be required to support students on a one to one basis in class as well as with groups of learners. You will be focussed on providing learning support, ensuring that you are providing the best experience and care possible for the students.

Please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification for the key skills and experience that are required for this role.

ACE can offer the successful candidate the support from staff, parents and members (governors) who are enthusiastic, caring and committed to working as a team to achieve the best journey for our students at ACE. You will have the opportunity to develop new skills and stay motivated through guidance and support of the Senior Leadership Team, who have great plans for ACE and who really value committed members of staff. You will be enhancing your career by enrolling on the ACE’s numerous training and CPD schemes that effectively progress the knowledge and skill set of our staff team. This is a fantastic opportunity if you are motivated to work in a school giving ‘a second chance’ to some of the most vulnerable young people in society.

Please ensure that your application addresses all areas of the Job Description and Person Specification.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if a suitable candidate is found.

Applicants for this public facing post will need to demonstrate the ability to converse, and provide effective help or advice, fluently in spoken English.

CV's will not be accepted for any posts based in school.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers, online checks, receipt of two satisfactory references and the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) Enhanced check.

CLOSING DATE: Monday 23rd November 2026 at Mid-day