Behavioural Support Assistant

Veritas Education recruitment ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Veritas Education is seeking a dedicated Behavioural Support Assistant for a full-time, term-time role in Hackney, East London. The position involves supporting pupils with social, emotional, and behavioural needs, both 1:1 and in small groups, to promote positive behaviour and resilience.

You will assist in implementing behaviour plans and emotional regulation strategies, supporting teachers, and building strong relationships to foster engagement. DBS checks and safeguarding processes apply.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting pupils with SEMH needs.
• Ability to implement behaviour plans.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Experience with children or young people preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils 1:1 and in small groups to promote positive behaviour.
• Help implement behaviour plans and emotional regulation strategies.
• Assist teachers in maintaining a calm, structured learning environment.
• Build positive relationships to encourage engagement.

Skills

SEMH support

1:1 support

Behaviour management

Communication

Team collaboration

Patience and calm

Job description

Behavioural Support Assistant

Pay: £90-£120 per day
Hours: Mon-Fri, 8:30 - 16:30
Contract: Full-time / Term Time only
Location: Hackney, East London

We're looking for a dedicated Behavioural Support Assistant to support pupils with social, emotional, and behavioural needs. This is a fantastic opportunity for anyone passionate about helping young people thrive while gaining valuable experience for future careers in education, psychology, or youth support.

Behavioural Support Assistant Role:

• Supporting pupils with SEMH needs
• Working 1:1 and in small groups to promote positive behaviour
• Helping implement behaviour plans and emotional regulation strategies
• Assisting teachers in maintaining a calm, structured learning environment
• Building positive relationships to encourage engagement and resilience

Behavioural Support Assistant Requirements:

• Genuine interest in supporting young people
• Patient, calm, and proactive approach
• Experience or training in behaviour management or manual handling (preferred)
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Experience with children or young people (desirable)
• Ideal for aspiring Youth Workers, Behaviour Mentors, Teachers, or Psychologists

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION

• All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
• Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
• You must have legal right to work in the UK
• You must be willing to attend a registration interview

Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

Disclaimer

'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'