SEMH Behaviour Support Assistant — Engage & Empower Youth

Academics; Chesham; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Academics in Chesham are seeking a committed Behaviour Support Assistant to support young people with SEMH needs and challenging behaviours. You will help pupils re-engage with education in a safe, structured environment.

The role is full-time term-time, 8:30am-4:00pm, paying £125 per day. You will work with teachers to implement behaviour plans and monitor progress, making a positive impact on learning outcomes.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting pupils with behavioural, SEMH needs and challenging behaviours.
• Calm, patient and empathetic approach with ability to build positive relationships.
• Enhanced DBS or willingness to obtain one is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with behavioural, social, and emotional needs.
• Use de-escalation and behaviour management strategies to promote positive behaviour.
• Work closely with teachers and senior staff to maintain a safe, structured, and supportive learning environment.
• Help pupils develop communication skills, resilience, self-regulation, and positive relationships.
• Contribute to behaviour plans, reviews, and progress updates as part of a wider support team.

Skills

Behaviour support

De-escalation

1:1 support

Group support

Education

Enhanced DBS clearance

Job description

Academics in Chesham are seeking a committed Behaviour Support Assistant to support young people with SEMH needs and challenging behaviours. You will help pupils re-engage with education in a safe, structured environment.

The role is full-time term-time, 8:30am-4:00pm, paying £125 per day. You will work with teachers to implement behaviour plans and monitor progress, making a positive impact on learning outcomes.