Behaviour Support Assistant - Bradford

Justteachers Ltd; Bradford; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Justteachers Ltd in Bradford is seeking a dedicated Behaviour Support Assistant to work full-time in a welcoming primary school. The role is available immediately with a potential permanent position for the right candidate.

You will work with pupils needing behavioural, emotional and social support, helping them engage with learning and reach their potential, while collaborating with teachers and SEND staff.

Qualifications

• Have previous experience working with children or young people, ideally within a school setting.
• Possess a calm, patient, and resilient approach to supporting behaviour.
• Be confident in managing challenging behaviour using positive strategies.
• Have excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Be passionate about making a difference to pupils’ educational experiences.
• Be able to work effectively as part of a team and independently when required.
• Have an understanding of SEND, SEMH, ADHD, ASD, or other additional needs (desirable but not essential).

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with behavioural and emotional needs.
• Assist in implementing behaviour management strategies and intervention plans.
• Build positive and trusting relationships with pupils to encourage engagement and participation.
• Support pupils both in and out of the classroom.
• Work alongside teachers, SEND staff, and senior leaders to promote positive behaviour and wellbeing.
• Help pupils develop social skills, emotional regulation, and confidence.
• Record and monitor pupil progress, behaviour, and achievements.
• Promote a safe, inclusive, and nurturing learning environment.

Skills

Behaviour management

Communication

Teamwork

Empathy

Job description

About the role:

Justteachers are working with awelcoming and inclusive primary school in Bradford is seeking a dedicated and resilient Behaviour Support Assistant to join their team on a full-time basis. This rewarding role is available immediately and offers the opportunity for a permanent position for the right candidate.

The successful applicant will work closely with pupils who require additional behavioural, emotional, and social support, helping them to engage positively with learning and achieve their full potential.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with behavioural and emotional needs.
• Assist in implementing behaviour management strategies and intervention plans.
• Build positive and trusting relationships with pupils to encourage engagement and participation.
• Support pupils both in and out of the classroom.
• Work alongside teachers, SEND staff, and senior leaders to promote positive behaviour and wellbeing.
• Help pupils develop social skills, emotional regulation, and confidence.
• Record and monitor pupil progress, behaviour, and achievements.
• Promote a safe, inclusive, and nurturing learning environment.

Pre-requisites:

• Have previous experience working with children or young people, ideally within a school setting.
• Possess a calm, patient, and resilient approach to supporting behaviour.
• Be confident in managing challenging behaviour using positive strategies.
• Have excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Be passionate about making a difference to pupils’ educational experiences.
• Be able to work effectively as part of a team and independently when required.
• Have an understanding of SEND, SEMH, ADHD, ASD, or other additional needs (desirable but not essential).