Behaviour Support Assistant

TimePlan Education; Knutsford; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

TimePlan Education is recruiting a Behaviour Support Assistant for a specialist SEN school in East Cheshire. This role involves providing 1:1 support to a pupil with an EHCP during the school day, aiding emotional regulation, independence and engagement.

The school supports students aged 11-16 with ASC, PMLD and sensory needs; the position offers a long-term to permanent path and an equal opportunities commitment. Immediate start with DBS clearance required.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting challenging behaviour.
• Experience within SEN or specialist education.
• Able to provide 1:1 support to a student with EHCP.
• Resilient, patient and emotionally robust.

Responsibilities

• Provide consistent 1:1 behaviour and SEN support.
• Support a student who displays challenging behaviour.
• Follow and implement strategies linked to their EHCP.
• Promote emotional regulation, communication and independence.
• Build a trusting, positive relationship with the student.
• Work closely with teachers, therapists and the SEN team.
• Maintain a calm, structured and safe learning environment.

Job description

Behaviour Support Assistant

Location: East Cheshire

Pay: £97.50 per day | Opportunity for a permanent contract

Job Type: Full-Time | Long-Term to Permanent

Start Date: Immediate start

Make a real difference. Build your career.

Are you an experienced Behaviour Support Assistant, SEN Teaching Assistant or Learning Support Assistant with a genuine passion for supporting young people with challenging behaviour?

TimePlan Education is working with a highly regarded specialist SEN school in East Cheshire, supporting students aged 11-16 with complex needs including ASC, PMLD, communication and sensory needs and associated neurological conditions.

We are looking for a resilient and compassionate Behaviour Support Assistant to provide dedicated 1:1 support to a student with an EHCP throughout their school day. You will play an important role in supporting emotional regulation, positive behaviour, engagement and independence.

What you’ll be doing:

• Provide consistent 1:1 behaviour and SEN support
• Support a student who displays challenging behaviour
• Follow and implement strategies linked to their EHCP
• Promote emotional regulation, communication and independence
• Build a trusting, positive relationship with the student
• Work closely with teachers, therapists and the wider SEN team
• Maintain a calm, structured and safe learning environment

We’re looking for someone who:

• Has previous experience supporting challenging behaviour - essential
• Is resilient, patient, consistent and emotionally robust
• Has experience within SEN, specialist education or care
• Works exceptionally well as part of a team
• Has excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• Team Teach or Oliver McGowan training is highly desirable

Why this school?

• Beautiful Cheshire countryside setting with exceptional grounds
• Outstanding specialist facilities, including a dedicated Forest School
• A genuine commitment to staff career development and progression
• Bespoke training, CPD and specialist SEN development
• A supportive team that invests in its staff and follows through on development plans

Long-term to permanent opportunity. This is much more than a support role - it's an opportunity to build a career within a specialist school that genuinely invests in its people.

TimePlan Education Group Limited is an Equal Opportunities Employer committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Appointments are subject to an Enhanced DBS check and two professional references.