Behaviour Support Assistant: Empower SEMH Students

Academics; Watford; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Academics is seeking a dedicated Behaviour Support Assistant in Watford to support pupils with SEMH needs in a specialist setting. You will help manage challenging situations, support emotional regulation, and promote positive learning behaviours.

You will build trusting relationships with students and collaborate with teaching staff to maintain a safe, structured environment while upholding clear boundaries and a patient, resilient approach.

Qualifications

• Experience in behaviour support or SEMH settings.
• Ability to build trust and maintain boundaries.
• Calm, patient, resilient approach with strong communication.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with SEMH needs and behavioural challenges.
• Use de-escalation strategies to manage difficult situations.
• Build trusting relationships and encourage positive choices.
• Support emotional regulation, resilience, and social development.
• Collaborate with teaching staff to maintain a safe, structured learning environment.

Job description

Academics is seeking a dedicated Behaviour Support Assistant in Watford to support pupils with SEMH needs in a specialist setting. You will help manage challenging situations, support emotional regulation, and promote positive learning behaviours.

You will build trusting relationships with students and collaborate with teaching staff to maintain a safe, structured environment while upholding clear boundaries and a patient, resilient approach.