Secondary Behaviour Support Assistant

Teaching Personnel; Bolton; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Consultant support

CPD training

Long-term opportunities

Network access

Job summary

Teaching Personnel are seeking a resilient and proactive Behaviour Support Assistant to join a specialist alternative provision in Bolton. This role focuses on supporting pupils aged 11-16 with SEMH needs, challenging behaviour, ADHD and ASC, to re-engage with education in a nurturing environment.

You will provide 1:1 and small-group behavioural support, build relationships, and work with staff to promote pupil progress and wellbeing. Driving licence and DBS are required or in process.

Qualifications

• Experience with SEMH needs and challenging behaviour is essential.
• Strong behaviour management and de-escalation skills.
• Patient, resilient and empathetic approach.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities.
• Full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one).

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group behavioural support.
• Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils.
• Support students in managing their emotions and behaviour effectively.
• Encourage engagement with learning and classroom activities.
• Implement behaviour support strategies and intervention plans.
• Work collaboratively with teaching staff and pastoral teams to promote pupil progress and wellbeing.
• Act as a positive role model and help create a safe, inclusive learning environment.

Skills

Behaviour management

De-escalation

Communication

Empathy

Tools

Driving licence

DBS Update Service

Job description

Behaviour Support Assistant

Bolton | Full-Time | Term Time Only | Immediate/September Start

Teaching Personnel are seeking a resilient and proactive Behaviour Support Assistant to join a specialist alternative provision in Bolton. This setting supports young people aged 11-16 who face barriers to mainstream education, including Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, challenging behaviour, ADHD, Autism (ASC), trauma‑related needs, anxiety, and difficulties with emotional regulation.

The provision offers a highly supportive and nurturing environment, focusing on re‑engaging pupils with education, developing positive relationships, and equipping students with the skills and confidence needed to achieve positive outcomes both in and out of the classroom.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small‑group behavioural support.
• Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils.
• Support students in managing their emotions and behaviour effectively.
• Encourage engagement with learning and classroom activities.
• Implement behaviour support strategies and intervention plans.
• Work collaboratively with teaching staff and pastoral teams to promote pupil progress and wellbeing.
• Act as a positive role model and help create a safe, inclusive learning environment.

Requirements

• Previous experience working with young people with SEMH needs and challenging behaviour is essential.
• Strong behaviour management and de‑escalation skills.
• A patient, resilient, and empathetic approach.
• Excellent communication and relationship‑building abilities.
• Must hold a full UK driving licence and have access to your own vehicle.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one).

Why Work with Teaching Personnel?

• Competitive weekly pay through PAYE.
• Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement.
• Free access to CPD and behaviour management training.
• Opportunities for long‑term and permanent positions.
• Access to a wide network of specialist schools and provisions across Greater Manchester.

If you're passionate about supporting vulnerable young people and making a lasting impact on their education and wellbeing, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today with Teaching Personnel.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

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