Behaviour Support Practitioner

Academics Ltd; Aylesbury; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An education recruitment agency is seeking a Behaviour Support Practitioner in Aylesbury to provide dedicated support for students with social, emotional, and mental health needs. This role requires experience in an educational setting and offers a competitive daily rate of £90 - £100. The ideal candidate will have strong behaviour management skills and a passion for helping young people. The position also includes ongoing professional development, making it an excellent opportunity to make a genuine impact in the educational field.

Benefits

Competitive daily rate

Ongoing support and professional development

Dedicated consultant support

Qualifications

• Experience supporting learners with SEMH, autism, or challenging behaviour within an educational or care setting.
• Calm, patient, and empathetic approach when supporting children with complex needs.
• Strong behaviour management and de-escalation skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support to pupils with behavioural and emotional needs.
• Implement and follow tailored behaviour and learning strategies.
• Assist teachers and senior staff in maintaining a positive, safe, and structured learning environment.
• Support pupils to develop self-regulation, resilience, and positive relationships.
• Contribute to behaviour and progress reviews with the wider support team.

Skills

Supporting learners with SEMH

Calm and patient approach

Strong behaviour management skills

De-escalation skills

Passion for helping young people

Education

Relevant qualification in education, psychology, or youth work

Job description

Job Title: Behaviour Support Practitioner – Aylesbury

Location: Aylesbury

Contract: Full-time / Term-time only

Pay Rate: £90 - £100 per day (depending on experience)

Start Date: ASAP

About the Role

Academics are seeking a dedicated and resilient Behaviour Support Practitioner to work within an alternative provision in Aylesbury, supporting students with social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs and challenging behaviours. This is a rewarding opportunity for an individual who is passionate about making a difference to young people who require additional behavioural and emotional support to thrive both in and out of the classroom.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support to pupils with behavioural and emotional needs.
• Implement and follow tailored behaviour and learning strategies.
• Assist teachers and senior staff in maintaining a positive, safe, and structured learning environment.
• Support pupils to develop self-regulation, resilience, and positive relationships.
• Contribute to behaviour and progress reviews with the wider support team.

The Ideal Candidate

• Experience supporting learners with SEMH, autism, or challenging behaviour within an educational or care setting.
• Calm, patient, and empathetic approach when supporting children with complex needs.
• Strong behaviour management and de‑escalation skills.
• A passion for helping young people overcome barriers to learning and fulfil their potential.
• (Desirable) Relevant qualification in education, psychology, or youth work.

Why Join Academics?

• Competitive daily rate (£90 - £100 per day).
• Ongoing support and professional development.
• Opportunity to make a genuine impact in a rewarding educational environment.
• Dedicated consultant to support you throughout your placement.
• Academics are acting as an employment agency.

All applicants must have a valid enhanced DBS or be willing to apply for one.