SEMH Behaviour Support Specialist (Bradford)

TeacherActive Ltd; Bradford; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

24/7 consultant support

CPD courses and certificates

Market leading pay

Referral scheme £100

Job summary

TeacherActive Ltd is recruiting a SEMH Behaviour Support Assistant in Bradford for both short‑term and long‑term placements. You will support students with SEMH needs and challenging behaviour while promoting engagement in a structured, supportive environment.

Experience in alternative provisions or SEND settings is desirable; the role requires strong behaviour management, patient and resilient attitude, and excellent communication to work with staff, students, and families.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children or young people with SEMH needs or challenging behaviour.
• Experience working within an alternative provision, SEND setting or similar environment is desirable.
• Strong behaviour management skills.
• Ability to build positive and professional relationships with students.
• Patient, resilient and adaptable approach.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Support students with SEMH needs and challenging behaviour throughout the school day.
• Build positive relationships with students and maintain a supportive environment.
• Encourage engagement and consistency to help learners access education.
• Work within an alternative provision or SEND setting as required.

Skills

SEMH experience

Behaviour management

Communication & teamwork

Relationship building

Patient & resilient

AP/SEND experience

Job description

TeacherActive Ltd is recruiting a SEMH Behaviour Support Assistant in Bradford for both short‑term and long‑term placements. You will support students with SEMH needs and challenging behaviour while promoting engagement in a structured, supportive environment.

Experience in alternative provisions or SEND settings is desirable; the role requires strong behaviour management, patient and resilient attitude, and excellent communication to work with staff, students, and families.