Behaviour Support Assistant

Randstad Education; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency is seeking a dedicated Behaviour Support Worker for roles in the Sheffield area. You will support pupils facing challenges in a school setting by providing emotional and social support, managing behaviour, and fostering a positive learning environment. The ideal candidate has experience with challenging behaviour and a passion for helping young people grow. This role offers competitive pay and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Competitive wage

Personal consultant support

Training and development opportunities

Referral bonus of £300 in shopping vouchers

Access to diverse school opportunities

Qualifications

• Extensive experience with challenging behaviour in a school or youth-based setting.
• An Enhanced Child DBS on the update service (or willingness to apply for a new one).
• Legal right to work in the UK without restrictions.
• Specialist training in de-escalation methods is highly advantageous.
• A calm, patient, and consistent approach to working with young people.
• Ability to build strong, trusting relationships quickly.
• A genuine passion for supporting pupils' emotional and social development.

Responsibilities

• Manage challenging situations using de-escalation techniques.
• Provide one-on-one support to pupils requiring extra guidance.
• Assist in the development and implementation of behaviour support plans.
• Work closely with the class teacher for a positive atmosphere.
• Keep accurate records of incidents and progress.

Skills

Experience with challenging behaviour

Calm and patient approach

Building trusting relationships

Emotional and social support

Tools

Team Teach training

MAPA training

Job description

Can you provide a strong, positive role model for young people who struggle with behaviour?

Are you skilled at providing emotional and social support to children in a school setting?

Do you have the resilience and determination to help pupils unlock their potential?

If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you! Randstad Education is seeking a dedicated and resilient Behaviour Support Worker for roles in the Sheffield area. We are partnered with both mainstream and specialist schools and are looking for someone to start as soon as possible.

Key Responsibilities

As a Behaviour Support Worker, you will be instrumental in creating a secure and supportive learning environment. Your responsibilities will include:

• Confidently manage challenging situations using de-escalation techniques, providing pupils with the support they need to re-engage with their learning.

• Providing one-on-one support to pupils who require extra guidance, helping them develop emotional regulation and social skills.

• Assisting in the development and implementation of behaviour support plans, ensuring pupils are on track to meet their goals.

• Working closely with the class teacher to ensure a positive and productive atmosphere for all pupils.

• Keeping accurate and up-to-date records of incidents and progress, sharing information with the relevant school teams.

Requirements

To succeed in this position, you must possess:

• Extensive experience with challenging behaviour in a school or youth-based setting.

• An Enhanced Child DBS on the update service (or be willing to apply for a new one).

• The legal right to work in the UK without any restrictions.

• Specialist training in de-escalation methods, such as Team Teach or MAPA, is highly advantageous.

• A calm, patient, and consistent approach to working with young people.

• The ability to build strong, trusting relationships quickly.

• A genuine passion for supporting pupils' emotional and social development

Why Join Randstad?

As a leading recruitment agency in the education sector, we offer:

• We ensure you are paid a fair, competitive wage for your hard work.

• You'll have a personal consultant to guide you through the process and support you throughout your placement.

• Access to a range of training and development opportunities to help you grow your career.

• Earn £300 in shopping vouchers for every successful referral of a teacher or teaching assistant.

• We work with a wide range of schools, giving you access to diverse and rewarding opportunities

This is an excellent opportunity to make a real difference! Apply today and begin your journey with us.

For additional information, you can contact the Sheffield team by emailing [e-mail] or calling 01142743765.