SEMH Behaviour Support Intervention

Teaching Personnel; Salford; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly PAYE pay

Dedicated consultant support

Free CPD training courses

Long-term opportunities

Flexible working options

National coverage

Job summary

Teaching Personnel in Salford is seeking a committed Behaviour Support Assistant to support pupils aged 11-16 with SEMH needs in a specialist school. This full-time role runs during term time starting September, with a focus on behaviour support and positive learning engagement.

You will work closely with teachers to implement strategies, build relationships, and promote wellbeing, with opportunities for ongoing CPD and career development.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children, young people, or individuals with additional needs.
• Patient, resilient, and proactive approach.
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one.
• Right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils in the classroom and around the school.
• Implement behaviour management strategies and de‑escalation techniques.
• Build positive relationships and promote emotional wellbeing.
• Work closely with teachers and support staff to meet pupils’ individual needs.
• Encourage engagement, independence, and positive behaviour.

Skills

Patient

Resilient

Proactive

Job description

Behaviour Support Assistant - Salford

Teaching Personnel are looking for a Behaviour Support Assistant to join a specialist SEMH school in Salford, supporting pupils aged 11-16 with additional needs. This is a full time (term time only) position to start in September.

The school supports young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, alongside conditions such as Autism (ASC), ADHD, anxiety, attachment difficulties, and behavioural challenges. The role involves helping pupils manage their behaviour, engage in learning, and develop positive relationships.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils in the classroom and around the school.
• Implement behaviour management strategies and de‑escalation techniques.
• Build positive relationships and promote emotional wellbeing.
• Work closely with teachers and support staff to meet pupils’ individual needs.
• Encourage engagement, independence, and positive behaviour.

Requirements

• Experience working with children, young people, or individuals with additional needs is desirable.
• A patient, resilient, and proactive approach.
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle is essential.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one through Teaching Personnel.
• Right to work in the UK.

Why Work with Teaching Personnel?

• Competitive weekly pay paid through PAYE.
• Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement.
• Access to free and discounted CPD training courses.
• Opportunities for long‑term, permanent, and career‑development roles.
• Flexible working options to suit your availability.
• The UK's leading education recruitment agency, connecting staff with rewarding roles nationwide.

This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of young people who need additional support to succeed in education. Apply today through Teaching Personnel