SEMH Behaviour & Wellbeing Support Assistant

Academics; Halifax; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Halifax Secondary School in Halifax is recruiting a behaviour support assistant to work with pupils who struggle with behaviour or mental health. You will provide pastoral and emotional support, assist with learning, and help create nurturing routines.

The role requires empathy, adaptability, and safeguarding awareness. You will report to the pastoral team leader and collaborate with staff to monitor changes in pupils' behaviour and respond quickly to emerging needs.

Qualifications

• Experience working with young people or SEMH.
• Strong pastoral and emotional support for pupils.
• Able to respond quickly and adapt to changing needs.
• Safeguarding knowledge and good communication.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with their learning.
• Engage in nurturing activities.
• Lead brain and movement breaks.
• Support with behaviour management.
• Report to pastoral team leader.
• Be vigilant for safeguarding concerns.

Skills

Behaviour support

Pastoral support

SEMH experience

Safeguarding

Job description

Halifax Secondary School in Halifax is recruiting a behaviour support assistant to work with pupils who struggle with behaviour or mental health. You will provide pastoral and emotional support, assist with learning, and help create nurturing routines.

The role requires empathy, adaptability, and safeguarding awareness. You will report to the pastoral team leader and collaborate with staff to monitor changes in pupils' behaviour and respond quickly to emerging needs.