SEMH Behavior Support Assistant - 1:1 & Small Groups Bolton

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

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.