Behaviour Support Assistant

Teaching Personnel; Swansea; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational support provider in Swansea is seeking a dedicated Behaviour Support Assistant to work with young people facing challenges. The successful candidate will provide one-on-one and group mentoring while implementing behaviour support plans. Ideal for individuals with experience in supporting children with emotional needs, this fulfilling role offers flexible hours and the opportunity to make a significant impact on students’ lives in a nurturing environment.

Benefits

Ongoing CPD opportunities

Flexible working patterns

Professional support

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people with behavioural, emotional or additional needs.
• Confidence in de-escalating challenging situations.
• An Enhanced DBS or willingness to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualised behavioural and emotional support 1:1 and in small groups.
• Assist with behaviour support plans and risk assessments with teachers.
• Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils.

Skills

Experience with children or young people with behavioural needs

Calm, patient and resilient approach

Strong communication skills

Teamwork skills

Confidence in de-escalating situations

Genuine passion for supporting vulnerable people

Education

Enhanced DBS (child only) or willingness to obtain

Full UK driving license (preferred)

Job description

Behaviour Support Assistant

Location: Swansea

Hours: 8:30 – 3:30 Monday to Friday

Salary: £13.75 per hour

About The Role

Are you passionate about helping young people who need help creating a fresh start?

We’re working with a committed team at a Pupil Referral Unit in the Swansea area, to recruit a dedicated and compassionate Behaviour Support Assistant to join us. The successful candidate will work closely with teaching staff and pastoral teams in order to support pupils with challenging behaviour, emotional needs and barriers to learning. This role is vital in promoting positive behaviour, emotional regulation and a safe and nurturing learning environment for all pupils.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide individualised behavioural and emotional support both 1:1 and small group mentoring
• Assist and implement behaviour support plans and risk assessments alongside the teacher
• Aid pupils in managing their behaviour and regulating their emotions
• Build positive, trusting relationships in the classroom under the direction of teaching staff
• Help to maintain a calm, safe and structured environment across the unit
• Monitor and record pupil progress, behaviour and incidents in line with the school policies
• Work collaboratively with teachers, support staff, and parents/carers
• Uphold safeguarding procedures at all times

The Successful Candidate Will Have

• Experience working with children or young people with behavioural, emotional or additional needs
• A calm, patient and resilient approach
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Confidence in de‑escalating challenging situations
• A genuine passion about supporting vulnerable people
• An Enhanced DBS (child only) or willing to obtain one
• A full UK driving license (preferred)

What We Offer

• Ongoing CPD opportunities and professional support
• A rewarding and meaningful role where you can make a difference
• Flexible working patterns

If you think you are the right fit for this role then we would love to hear from you!

Apply today or call 01792 4730300 or email

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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.

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