Behaviour Support Assistant

Academics; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization in Milton Keynes is seeking a Behaviour Support Assistant to work with vulnerable students. The role involves supporting students with special educational needs, helping increase their engagement and chances of success, while providing a nurturing environment. This position is ideal for those aspiring toward a career in social services or education.

Qualifications

• Passionate about helping children and young people achieve their full potential.
• Able to build effective relationships with students and remain calm in stressful situations.
• High levels of empathy, caring, and a good listener.

Responsibilities

• Support students with special educational needs and mental health challenges.
• Communicate effectively and build confidence in students.
• Identify risks and needs in students, escalating where necessary.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Empathy

Motivation

Resilience

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Job Reference:

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Posted:

22.06.2025

Expiry Date:

06.08.2025

Job Description:

The role will give you experience working with vulnerable students, increasing their engagement, attainment, and life chances, aiming to ensure they do not enter the criminal justice system.

You will be working alongside teachers and specialist staff to support students with special educational needs (SEN), and a range of associated social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) challenges and traumas. Some children/young people will have suffered adverse childhood experiences, and you will identify their risks and needs, escalating where necessary. Many of the children face various barriers in life and are more ‘at risk’ of negative outcomes. You will be instrumental in providing consistency, and equipping children and young people with tools to ensure they feel safe, secure, empowered, and believe that they can succeed in life.

This role will give you excellent practical experience with vulnerable, hard-to-reach students, before embarking on a career in outreach or for non-profit organisations. It is also suitable for aspiring Probation Officers, Prison Officers, and Youth Justice Workers.

Personal Qualities:

• Passionate about helping children and young people achieve their full potential
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively
• Able to build confidence and motivation
• Approachable, and able to build robust and effective relationships with students
• Able to remain calm and resilient when placed in situations of stress or conflict
• High levels of empathy, caring, compassionate, and a good listener
• Motivated and enthusiastic, with a professional approach to work

Candidates registering with Academics Ltd will need to have or apply for an Enhanced DBS and/or overseas police check where appropriate.