Behaviour Support Teaching Assistant – SEMH Specialist (Lancaster)

Vision for Education Ltd; Lancaster; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent daily rates (PAYE)

Job summary

Vision for Education is recruiting a Behaviour Support Teaching Assistant in Lancaster, Lancashire, to support a secondary pupil in an alternative provision setting. The role runs for the 2026/27 academic year with potential permanent opportunities for 2027.

A resilient, patient and proactive approach is essential, with travel to a rural setting requiring own transport. The successful candidate will help the pupil develop strategies to manage emotions and behaviour, building positive

Qualifications

• Previous experience supporting children or adults with autism, associated behavioural difficulties or trauma-related needs is highly desirable.
• Demonstrate resilience, patience and a positive, proactive approach, remaining calm and consistent when faced with challenging situations.
• Experience working in alternative provision, specialist education or similar settings would be beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Support a secondary-aged pupil within an alternative provision setting, helping them to engage positively with their education.
• Provide consistent, individualised support and build positive relationships to help the pupil manage emotions and behaviour.
• Offer strategies and supervision to help the pupil overcome barriers to learning and engagement.
• Assist with behaviour support and SEMH needs in a calm, patient, relationship-led manner.

Skills

Resilience

Patience

Positive attitude

Proactive approach

Relationship-building

Job description

Vision for Education is recruiting a Behaviour Support Teaching Assistant in Lancaster, Lancashire, to support a secondary pupil in an alternative provision setting. The role runs for the 2026/27 academic year with potential permanent opportunities for 2027.

A resilient, patient and proactive approach is essential, with travel to a rural setting requiring own transport. The successful candidate will help the pupil develop strategies to manage emotions and behaviour, building positive