Behaviour Support Assistant — Empower Students & Wellbeing

Vision for Education Ltd; Shaftesbury; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Job summary

Vision for Education is recruiting Behaviour Support Assistants in Shaftesbury to support pupils’ behaviour, engagement and wellbeing in classrooms. You will work closely with teachers, delivering 1:1 and small-group support in both mainstream and SEN settings.

The role requires a patient, reliable approach, strong communication and teamwork, and a commitment to safeguarding. Hours are 8:30am–4:00pm, with term-time schedules and potential pay variations based on experience.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people (essential)
• A patient, positive and reliable approach
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Confidence supporting behaviour and learning needs
• A commitment to safeguarding and pupil wellbeing
• Relevant qualifications (desirable)

Responsibilities

• Supporting pupils in lessons, both 1:1 and in small groups
• Assisting the teacher with lesson preparation and classroom organisation
• Providing targeted support for pupils with additional needs, including SEND
• Encouraging positive behaviour and promoting inclusion
• Supporting pupils' emotional wellbeing and development
• Assisting with breaktime supervision and school activities

Skills

Experience with children

Patience

Communication

Teamwork

safeguarding

Job description

Vision for Education is recruiting Behaviour Support Assistants in Shaftesbury to support pupils’ behaviour, engagement and wellbeing in classrooms. You will work closely with teachers, delivering 1:1 and small-group support in both mainstream and SEN settings.

The role requires a patient, reliable approach, strong communication and teamwork, and a commitment to safeguarding. Hours are 8:30am–4:00pm, with term-time schedules and potential pay variations based on experience.