Behaviour support teaching assistant. Job in Bradford Education & Training Jobs

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

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency is seeking a dedicated Behaviour Support Assistant to join a secondary school in Bradford. You will support students aged 11-16 and help manage challenging behaviours while promoting positive strategies. Ideal candidates should have experience with SEMH needs and a passion for helping students succeed. This full-time role starts in September 2025, offering £85-£100 per day depending on experience.

Benefits

Weekly pay and competitive rates

Free CPD and behaviour management training

Opportunities for long-term and permanent placements

Qualifications

• Experience with students with behavioural or SEMH needs is desirable.
• Training in Team Teach or similar is a plus but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Support students aged 11-16 on a 1:1 basis and in small groups.
• Manage and de-escalate challenging behaviours.
• Promote positive behaviour strategies and emotional regulation.
• Collaborate with staff to build trusting relationships.

Skills

Experience working with young people

Calm and supportive approach to behaviour management

Strong interpersonal skills

Ability to defuse conflict

Passion for helping students overcome barriers

Job description

Behaviour Support Assistant - Secondary School - Bradford

Are you confident, resilient, and passionate about supporting young people? Do you have experience working with challenging behaviour or students with social, emotional and mental health needs (SEMH)?

Academics, a leading education recruitment agency, is working in partnership with a forward-thinking secondary school in Bradford, looking to appoint a dedicated Behaviour Support Assistant to join their team from September 2025.

The Role:

As a Behaviour Support Assistant, you will:

• Support students aged 11-16 on a 1:1 basis and in small groups
• Help manage and de-escalate challenging behaviours
• Promote positive behaviour strategies and emotional regulation techniques
• Work collaboratively with the SENCo, pastoral staff, and teaching staff
• Build strong, trusting relationships to positively influence behaviour and learning
• Contribute to a safe, respectful, and inclusive learning environment

What We're Looking For:

• Experience working with young people, particularly those with behavioural or SEMH needs (school, youth work, PRU, or residential care background desirable)
• A calm, firm, and supportive approach to behaviour management
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to defuse conflict
• A genuine passion for helping students overcome barriers to learning
• Team Teach or similar training is desirable, but not essential (training can be provided)

Why Join Academics?

• Local, specialist consultants who understand your needs and match you with the right schools
• Weekly pay and competitive rates
• Free CPD and behaviour management training available
• Opportunities for long-term, permanent, and temp-to-perm placements

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who wants to make a real difference in the lives of young people and support their journey to success.

Interested? Apply now!

Key info:

Behaviour Support Assistant - Secondary School - Bradford

Location: Bradford

Job Type: Full-time, Term-time only

Start Date: September 2025

Salary: 85 - 100 per day (depending on experience)