Positive Behaviour Assistant – Brighton

Engage Education; Brighton; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Agency Worker Regulations parity

Dedicated Engage consultant

CPD training sessions

Refer a friend £50 Amazon voucher

Job summary

Engage Education is seeking a Positive Behaviour Assistant for an all-through school in Brighton. You will support pupils with SEMH needs across primary and secondary settings, working flexibly to suit the school's requirements and building trusting relationships with learners and staff.

The role emphasizes calm behaviour management, de-escalation techniques, and collaboration with teachers. This is a full-time, long-term position with potential to become permanent for the right candidate.

Qualifications

• Experience with SEMH and challenging behaviour is desirable.
• Calm, consistent and proactive approach to behaviour management.
• GCSE English and Maths at Grade C/4 or above (or equivalent).

Responsibilities

• Support pupils across primary and secondary with SEMH and behavioural needs.
• Work flexibly across age groups according to school needs.
• Build positive relationships and act as a consistent role model.
• Use strategies to support distressed or dysregulated pupils, including de-escalation.
• Support positive behaviour and keep pupils engaged in learning.
• Collaborate with teachers and support staff to minimise disruption.
• Encourage confidence, resilience and independence in pupils.
• Provide feedback to teachers and the wider school team on pupil progress.
• Stay calm and proactive in challenging situations.
• Work full-time, 8:15am – 3:30pm.

Skills

SEMH support

Behaviour management

De-escalation techniques

Relationship building

Calm, proactive support

Education

GCSE English and Maths (C/4 or above)

Job description

Positive Behaviour Assistant Required for School in Brighton

Engage Education is currently recruiting a Positive Behaviour Assistant to join an all-through school in Brighton, supporting pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.

The school provides specialist support for pupils with a range of social, emotional and behavioural needs across both the primary and secondary settings. The successful candidate will be expected to work flexibly across both phases, supporting pupils according to the needs of the school.

The successful candidate will be passionate about supporting young people with SEMH needs and helping them overcome barriers to learning. Previous experience working with pupils with SEMH, particularly those with attachment and trauma-related needs, would be highly desirable.

Experience working with children and young people who display challenging behaviour is important, alongside a calm, consistent and proactive approach to behaviour management.

Training will be provided, making this an excellent opportunity for candidates with a range of relevant experience who are looking to develop their career within specialist education.

This is a full-time, long-term opportunity with the potential to become a permanent position for the right candidate.

Your Role

• Supporting pupils across the primary and secondary settings with a range of SEMH and behavioural needs
• Working flexibly across different age groups according to the needs of the school
• Building positive, trusting relationships and acting as a consistent role model for pupils
• Using appropriate strategies to support pupils who are distressed or dysregulated, including effective de-escalation techniques
• Supporting positive behaviour and helping pupils remain engaged in learning
• Working closely with teachers and other support staff to minimise disruption and promote a positive learning environment
• Encouraging pupils to develop confidence, resilience and independence
• Providing appropriate feedback to teachers and the wider school team regarding pupil behaviour, engagement and progress
• Remaining calm, adaptable and proactive when responding to challenging situations
• Working full-time, 8:15am – 3:30pm

The ideal candidate

• Has an outgoing, positive and nurturing approach, with a strong interest in supporting and mentoring pupils
• Is enthusiastic and passionate about helping pupils reach their full potential
• Has the resilience and confidence to work with pupils who may display challenging behaviour
• Can remain calm and composed in difficult or unpredictable situations
• Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Is able to build strong relationships and rapport with pupils
• Can think on their feet and take a proactive approach to supporting pupils
• Is adaptable and understands that every day in a specialist setting can be different
• Previous experience working with pupils with SEMH, challenging behaviour, attachment or trauma is desirable but not essential
• Holds GCSE English and Maths at Grade C/4 or above, or equivalent

Why choose Engage Education?

• We pay all our staff in line with the Agency Worker Regulations, meaning your pay will be equal to that of a permanent employee
• You will benefit from your own dedicated Engage consultant who will provide ongoing support and guidance
• You will be invited to our wide range of continued professional development (CPD) training sessions, provided by our in-house team of experienced senior leaders. These are completely free to attend!
• Refer a friend to Engage and earn a £50 Amazon voucher when they work 5 days with us. There is no limit to the number of referrals you can make

All candidates will be required to undertake a valid enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance will be provided.