Behaviour Support Assistant — Calm SEL & SEND Support

Tradewind Recruitment LTD.; St Helens; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive rates of pay

Weekly pay

Free CPD through National College

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment LTD. is seeking a dedicated Behaviour Support Assistant to join St Helens secondary schools.

You will work with teaching staff, pastoral teams and SEND professionals to help pupils access education and build positive relationships. Responsibilities include one-to-one and small-group behaviour support, supporting SEMH and SEND needs, implementing individual strategies, and promoting a safe, inclusive learning environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with children or young people is essential.
• Background in behaviour support or related youth-facing roles is desirable.
• Ability to stay calm and patient when managing challenging behaviour.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and small-group behaviour support to pupils.
• Support pupils with SEMH, SEND and additional learning needs.
• Implement individual behaviour support strategies and routines.
• Promote a safe, inclusive and supportive learning environment.
• Liaise with teaching staff and pastoral teams to support transitions.

Skills

Experience with children

Behaviour support experience

SEND/SEMH understanding

Strong communication skills

Job description

Tradewind Recruitment LTD. is seeking a dedicated Behaviour Support Assistant to join St Helens secondary schools.

You will work with teaching staff, pastoral teams and SEND professionals to help pupils access education and build positive relationships. Responsibilities include one-to-one and small-group behaviour support, supporting SEMH and SEND needs, implementing individual strategies, and promoting a safe, inclusive learning environment.