Behaviour Support Assistant

Worldwide Teaching; Rochdale; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Cover People are recruiting for a Behaviour Support Assistant to join an Alternative Provision setting in Rochdale, supporting pupils with SEMH needs. The role involves one-to-one and small-group work, building positive relationships, and helping learners stay engaged with education.

This is an ideal step for aspiring educators transitioning from youth work, social work or support roles into teaching environments, with pathways offered to progress in education.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting young people with SEMH or behavioural needs.
• Calm, patient and emotionally resilient.
• Confident managing challenging behaviour.
• Able to build positive relationships with pupils who may be difficult to engage.
• Strong communication skills and team player mindset.
• Keen to develop a career within education, youth work or support services.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and small-group support to pupils.
• Support pupils with SEMH and behavioural needs across the school environment.
• Help pupils re-engage with learning and develop confidence.
• Support occasional classroom activities alongside teaching staff.
• Contribute to implementation of individual behaviour and learning strategies.
• Work as part of a wider pastoral and education team.
• Encourage pupils to make positive choices and greater independence.

Skills

Behaviour management

Relationship building

Communication

Team player

Job description

Behaviour Support Assistant - Alternative Provision | SEMH

Location: Rochdale, Greater Manchester

Salary: £100-£140 per day, dependent on experience and suitability

Job Type: Full Time - Temporary

Start Date: Immediate Start

Make a difference where it matters most.

Are you an experienced Youth Worker, Support Worker, Social Worker, Behaviour Mentor or Teaching Assistant looking to take the next step in your career?

Or perhaps you're an aspiring educator looking to gain valuable experience working with young people before progressing into teaching?

Cover People are currently recruiting for a Behaviour Support Assistant to join an Alternative Provision setting in Rochdale, supporting pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.

This is a rewarding opportunity to work with young people who may have experienced challenges within mainstream education and require a more personalised, consistent and nurturing approach.

About the Role

As a Behaviour Support Assistant, you will work throughout the setting, providing targeted support to pupils both one-to-one and in small groups, helping them to manage their behaviour, engage with education and develop the skills needed to succeed.

You may also provide occasional support within lessons, working alongside teaching staff to help pupils remain focused, regulated and engaged with their learning.

The role will involve:

• Supporting pupils with SEMH and behavioural needs across the school environment.
• Providing one-to-one and small-group support.
• Building positive, trusting relationships with pupils.
• Supporting pupils with emotional regulation and positive behaviour strategies.
• Acting as a consistent and positive role model.
• Helping pupils re-engage with learning and develop confidence.
• Providing occasional classroom support alongside teaching staff.
• Supporting the implementation of individual behaviour and learning strategies.
• Working as part of a wider pastoral and education team.
• Encouraging pupils to make positive choices and develop greater independence.

This is a role where relationships matter. You will need to be calm, patient and resilient, while understanding that challenging behaviour is often a form of communication.

A Fantastic Opportunity for Aspiring Educators

At Cover People, we recognise that some of the best future educators don't necessarily start their careers in a classroom.

That's why we can offer a pathway for candidates transitioning into education from backgrounds including:

• Youth Work
• Social Work
• Support Work
• Residential Care
• Community Work
• Behaviour Support
• Mental Health Support
• Other roles working directly with young people

For suitable candidates looking to progress into education, we can offer access to our 'Become a Teaching Assistant' course, delivered by a qualified teacher at Cover People.

This gives you the opportunity to gain practical school-based experience while developing your understanding of the Teaching Assistant role and building towards a career in education.

About You

We are looking for someone who is:

• Passionate about supporting young people.
• Calm, patient and emotionally resilient.
• Confident managing challenging behaviour.
• Able to build positive relationships with pupils who may be difficult to engage.
• Consistent and confident in setting appropriate boundaries.
• A strong communicator and team player.
• Understanding and non-judgemental in their approach.
• Keen to develop a career within education, youth work or support services.

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