Behaviour Support Assistant

Teaching Personnel; Kingswood; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ongoing training

Supportive school environment

Long-term/permanent opportunity

Potential permanent role

Job summary

Teaching Personnel in Bristol is seeking a dedicated Behaviour Mentor to support students with SEMH needs in a specialist school. This role involves building trusted relationships with pupils, providing 1:1 and small-group support, and promoting a safe, inclusive learning environment.

The ideal candidate will have experience with children or young people, a calm and resilient approach, and strong communication skills. Immediate start and ongoing development opportunities are available.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people.
• Background in education, mentoring, youth work, care, or support work desirable.
• Calm, patient, and resilient approach.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Passion for supporting vulnerable young people.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to students with SEMH needs.
• Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils.
• Support emotional regulation and positive behaviour strategies.
• Help students overcome barriers to learning.
• Work closely with teachers, therapists, and pastoral staff.
• Promote a safe, nurturing, and inclusive learning environment.

Skills

Experience with children/young people

Calm, resilient

Strong communication

Job description

BS15, Bristol

Competitive Daily Rate

Full-Time | Monday to Friday

Immediate Start Available

Are you passionate about supporting young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs?

We are seeking a dedicated and resilient Behaviour Mentor to join a specialist school in the BS15 area, supporting students with a range of SEMH needs. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a genuine difference in the lives of young people who require additional support to engage in education and reach their full potential.

The Role

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to students with SEMH needs
• Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils
• Support emotional regulation and positive behaviour strategies
• Help students overcome barriers to learning
• Work closely with teachers, therapists, and pastoral staff
• Promote a safe, nurturing, and inclusive learning environment

The Ideal Candidate

• Experience working with children or young people
• Background in education, mentoring, youth work, care, or support work desirable
• Calm, patient, and resilient approach
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Passion for supporting vulnerable young people

What We Offer

• Competitive rates of pay
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Supportive school environment
• Opportunity for long-term and permanent employment
• Rewarding role where every day makes a difference

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance 'Keeping Children Safe in Education' this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.

We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.