Behaviour Support Assistant (Sen)

Supply Desk; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Small class sizes

Outstanding CPD opportunities

Collaborative leadership team

Long-term progression

Competitive daily rates

Job summary

Supply Desk is recruiting a dedicated Behaviour Support Assistant to join a specialist school in Portsmouth, supporting pupils with SEMH and behavioural needs. You’ll become a trusted adult, helping students build resilience, confidence and positive routines that enable them to succeed.

The role requires QTS and a creative, adaptable teaching style with strong classroom management. DBS checks or willingness to obtain one are required.

Qualifications

• QTS required and eligibility to work in the UK.
• Experience with SEMH or behavioural needs desirable.
• Creative and adaptable teaching style.
• Excellent classroom management.
• DBS checked or willing to obtain DBS.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging, differentiated lessons.
• Support pupils with EHCPs.
• Monitor academic and emotional progress.
• Create a nurturing classroom environment.
• Work closely with support staff and families.
• Promote independence and positive outcomes.

Skills

QTS

Classroom management

Differentiated instruction

SEND experience

Education

QTS

Job description

Behaviour Support Assistant (SEN) Supply Desk•Portsmouth, Hampshire, England

Behaviour Support Assistant

Location: Portsmouth
Start Date: ASAP / September 2026
Contract Type: Full-Time | Long-Term
Pay Rate: £85 – £100 per day

About the Role

Help change the direction of a young person's future.

Supply Desk is recruiting a dedicated Behaviour Support Assistant to join a specialist school supporting pupils with SEMH and behavioural needs. You'll become a trusted adult, helping students build resilience, confidence and positive routines that enable them to succeed.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging, differentiated lessons.
• Support pupils with EHCPs.
• Monitor academic and emotional progress.
• Create a nurturing classroom environment.
• Work closely with support staff and families.
• Promote independence and positive outcomes.

Candidate Requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• SEND experience desirable.
• Creative and adaptable teaching style.
• Excellent classroom management.
• DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one.

What the School Offers

• Small class sizes.
• Outstanding CPD opportunities.
• Collaborative leadership team.
• Long-term progression.
• Competitive daily rates.