SEN Behaviour Support Assistant

KPI RECRUITING LTD; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist SEN school in East London is seeking a Graduate Behaviour Support Assistant to provide support for students with challenging behaviour and SEN needs. This role offers hands-on experience for graduates aspiring to careers in psychology, education, and social work. You will work directly with pupils, employing intervention techniques and managing emotional support in a structured environment. Ideal candidates will be empathetic and resilient, ready to make a positive impact.

Benefits

Ongoing training and development

Long-term stability and career progression

Qualifications

• Recent graduate within the last two years.
• Confident in supporting challenging behaviour.
• Experience in behaviour support or SEN settings is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support for pupils.
• Use intervention techniques and de-escalation strategies.
• Create a calm and safe learning environment.

Skills

Empathy

Communication skills

Behaviour intervention techniques

Education

Degree in Psychology, Mental Health, Education, or related field

Job description

Behaviour Support Assistant – Graduate Role

Plaistow, East London
Specialist SEN School
Up to £650 per week | Full-Time | Immediate Start

Are you a recent graduate (within the last two years) with a degree in Psychology, Mental Health, Education, or a related field? Do you have the resilience, empathy, and motivation to support young people with challenging behaviour and complex SEN needs? Are you looking for hands‑on experience that will help you pursue a career in educational psychology, mental health, SEN teaching, social work, or therapy?

If so, this Graduate Behaviour Support Assistant position in Plaistow could be the perfect opportunity for you.

The School

A respected and inclusive specialist SEN school in Plaistow, East London, supporting pupils with:

• Autism (ASC)
• ADHD
• SEMH (Social, Emotional & Mental Health needs)
• Learning difficulties
• Behavioural challenges

The school is known for its structured, therapeutic approach and commitment to helping every pupil grow emotionally, socially, and academically.

The Role – Behaviour Support Assistant

As a Graduate Behaviour Support Assistant, you will:

• Provide 1:1 and small‑group support for pupils with behavioural and emotional needs
• Use behaviour intervention techniques and de‑escalation strategies
• Support students with emotional regulation, coping strategies, and managing triggers
• Create a calm, structured, and safe learning environment
• Assist with classroom routines, transitions, and structured activities
• Work closely with teachers, SENCOs, and pastoral teams to track progress

This is a hands‑on, rewarding role where you will make a genuine impact every day.

Person Specification

To apply, you MUST:

• Hold a degree in Psychology, Mental Health, Neuroscience, Education, or a related field
• Have graduated within the last two years

You should also:

• Be empathetic, patient, and confident in supporting challenging behaviour
• Have strong communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships
• Ideally have experience in behaviour support, SEN settings, mentoring, or youth work (desirable but not essential)
• Have the right to work in the UK (no sponsorship available)

Why Apply?

• Excellent experience for aspiring psychologists, therapists, SEN teachers, social workers, and mental health professionals
• Supportive environment with ongoing training and development
• Long‑term position offering stability and career progression
• A chance to make a genuine difference in the lives of vulnerable young people

If you’re a motivated graduate ready to support children with complex behavioural needs, apply today to become a Behaviour Support Assistant in Plaistow.