SEMH Behaviour Support Assistant

Teaching Personnel; Wigan; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Teaching Personnel in Wigan are seeking a dedicated Behaviour Support Assistant to join a specialist secondary provision supporting pupils with SEMH needs. You will work closely with teaching staff to provide targeted support and help students access learning in a calm, nurturing setting.

This full-time role (term-time only) offers immediate start and opportunities to develop safeguarding and behaviour management skills while making a positive impact on pupil outcomes.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people, especially in educational settings.
• Patient, resilient and empathetic approach.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with SEMH needs.
• Help pupils stay engaged and focused during lessons.
• Build positive professional relationships with pupils and staff.
• Apply restorative approaches and de-escalation techniques.
• Promote emotional wellbeing, resilience, and self-regulation.
• Support pupils during breaks and transitions.
• Collaborate with teachers, pastoral staff and external agencies.
• Model a safe, inclusive learning environment.

Skills

Experience with children/young people

Excellent communication skills

Ability to manage challengingBehaviour

Job description

Behaviour Support Assistant

Location: Wigan
Contract: Full-Time, Term-Time Only
Start Date: Immediate Start Available
Pay: Competitive Weekly PAYE Pay

Teaching Personnel are seeking a dedicated Behaviour Support Assistant to join a specialist secondary provision in the Wigan area that supports pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.

This specialist setting caters for students who may have experienced challenges within mainstream education and require additional support to re-engage with learning. With small class sizes, a highly supportive staff team, and a strong focus on emotional wellbeing, the school provides a structured and nurturing environment where students are encouraged to develop confidence, resilience, and essential life skills. Staff are committed to creating meaningful relationships with pupils, helping them achieve both academically and personally.

About the Role

As a Behaviour Support Assistant, you will play a vital role in helping students manage their emotions, develop positive coping strategies, and fully access their education. You will work closely with teaching staff, pastoral teams, and other professionals to provide consistent support and guidance throughout the school day.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Delivering targeted 1:1 and small-group support for students with SEMH needs.
• Supporting pupils to remain engaged and focused during lessons.
• Building positive professional relationships that encourage trust and confidence.
• Using restorative approaches and de-escalation techniques to manage challenging situations.
• Promoting emotional wellbeing, resilience, and self-regulation skills.
• Supporting students during breaktimes, transitions, and other less structured periods of the day.
• Collaborating with teachers, pastoral staff, families, and external agencies to support positive outcomes.
• Acting as a positive role model and promoting a safe, inclusive learning environment.

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience working with children or young people, particularly within education, youth work, residential care, sports coaching, mentoring, or support work.
• A patient, resilient, and empathetic approach.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Confidence in managing challenging behaviour in a calm and professional manner.
• A genuine desire to support young people with SEMH needs.
• The ability to adapt to the individual needs of pupils and respond positively to different situations.
• Relevant qualifications are welcomed but not essential.

Why Work with Teaching Personnel?

As the UK's leading education recruitment agency, Teaching Personnel is committed to helping education professionals develop rewarding and successful careers.

Benefits of Working Through Teaching Personnel

• Full-time, long-term opportunities with the potential for permanent employment.
• Access to a wide range of free and discounted CPD training courses.
• Specialist training opportunities, including Behaviour Management, Team Teach, Safeguarding, and Mental Health Awareness.
• Ongoing support from a dedicated education consultant.
• Opportunities to gain valuable experience across a variety of specialist settings.
• Flexible career progression pathways within the education sector.

If you are passionate about supporting young people to overcome barriers to learning and want to make a lasting impact within a specialist educational setting, we would love to hear from you.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ's on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
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.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance 'Keeping Children Safe in Education' this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
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