SEMH Behaviour Support Assistant (Term-Time)

Milk Education; Wallsend; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay rates

APSCo Compliance+

CPD courses via Milk Academy

Flexible working opportunities

Dedicated placement support

Job summary

Milk Education is recruiting a Behaviour Learning Support Assistant for a specialist SEMH school from September 2026. Working 8:30-3:30, term-time only, you will support pupils 1:1 and in small groups to promote emotional wellbeing and positive learning.

You will work with pupils aged 5–16 with SEMH needs, ASC, ADHD and EHCPs, building trusting relationships, applying behaviour strategies, and collaborating with teachers to implement personalised plans.

Qualifications

• Recent experience supporting children, young people or vulnerable groups.
• Experience with SEMH, Autism, ADHD or behaviour support is desirable but not essential.
• Calm, patient and resilient with ability to build positive relationships.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils on a one-to-one basis and in small groups to promote positive behaviour and emotional wellbeing.
• Build positive, trusting relationships to help pupils feel safe and ready to learn.
• Support development of emotional regulation and recognise emotions to make positive choices.
• Use behaviour support strategies and restorative approaches to manage challenging behaviours.
• Work with teachers and pastoral teams to implement personalised learning plans.
• Support pupils with SEMH needs, Autism, ADHD and EHCPs by adapting approaches to needs.
• Encourage independence, resilience, social skills and self-confidence inside and outside class.
• Promote a calm, inclusive learning environment where every pupil can reach potential.
• Assist with transitions, breaks and structured activities to maintain routines.

Skills

SEMH experience

Behaviour support

Relationship building

Patience

Job description

Milk Education is recruiting a Behaviour Learning Support Assistant for a specialist SEMH school from September 2026. Working 8:30-3:30, term-time only, you will support pupils 1:1 and in small groups to promote emotional wellbeing and positive learning.

You will work with pupils aged 5–16 with SEMH needs, ASC, ADHD and EHCPs, building trusting relationships, applying behaviour strategies, and collaborating with teachers to implement personalised plans.