Behaviour Support Assistant - Barnsley

TeachMatch; Barnsley; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Dedicated consultant support

CPD and training

Workplace pension

Job summary

TeachMatch Recruitment is seeking a dedicated Behaviour Support Assistant to support pupils across Barnsley with SEMH and behavioural needs. You will work with teachers and pastoral staff to help pupils regulate emotions and engage with learning.

You’ll be part of a supportive team, with ongoing CPD opportunities, a competitive daily PAYE rate and workplace pension. The role offers long-term, flexible placement in a rewarding environment.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people.
• SEMH, SEN or behaviour support experience desirable.
• Confidence managing challenging situations.
• Calm, patient and resilient approach.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Supporting pupils with behavioural and emotional needs.
• Helping manage challenging behaviour and emotional regulation.
• Building positive and trusting relationships.
• Encouraging positive choices and engagement with learning.
• Working alongside teachers and pastoral staff.

Skills

Experience with children/young people

SEMH/SEN or behaviour support

Emotional regulation

Calm, patient, resilient

Communication & teamwork

Education

Relevant qualifications desirable

Job description

Behaviour Support Assistant

Location: Barnsley, South Yorkshire

Pay: £90 - £105 per day

Flexible and Long-Term Opportunities

Are you passionate about helping young people overcome challenges and reach their potential? Make a difference every day with TeachMatch Recruitment!

We are looking for caring, patient and resilient Behaviour Support Assistants to support pupils across Barnsley who may experience social, emotional, mental health and behavioural difficulties. If you have experience working with children or young people and enjoy helping them develop positive behaviours, we'd love to hear from you!

The Role

You’ll play an important part in supporting pupils both in and out of the classroom. Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting pupils with behavioural and emotional needs.
• Helping manage challenging behaviour and emotional regulation.
• Building positive and trusting relationships.
• Encouraging positive choices and engagement with learning.
• Working alongside teachers and pastoral staff.

What We're Looking For

• Experience working with children or young people.
• SEMH, SEN or behaviour support experience desirable.
• Confidence managing challenging situations.
• A calm, patient and resilient approach.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Relevant qualifications are desirable but not essential.

Why Work with TeachMatch?

• Competitive weekly PAYE pay of £90 - £105 per day.
• Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement.
• CPD and training opportunities.
• Workplace pension contributions.

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you're passionate about supporting young people and have the resilience to thrive in a challenging but rewarding role, we'd love to hear from you!