SEN Behaviour Support Assistant - Mental Health (Graduate)

Academics Ltd; Oxford; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational staffing agency in the UK is seeking a dedicated Behaviour Support Assistant to join a Specialist School in Oxford. This role is ideal for graduates in Psychology or Criminology or experienced Teaching Assistants passionate about mental health. The job involves working with children aged 11 to 16 with special educational needs, helping them manage their behavior and emotional well-being through alternative education methods. The school offers a supportive environment focused on mental health initiatives.

Qualifications

• Experience with children in any capacity, including voluntary work or babysitting.
• Understanding of special educational needs, such as autism and ADHD.
• Ability to manage behaviour and support emotional well-being.

Responsibilities

• Support children aged 11 to 16 in the classroom and manage their behaviour.
• Help students process their emotions and improve emotional well-being.
• Engage students in alternative forms of education including arts and crafts.

Skills

Working with children

Supporting mental health

Experience with challenging behaviour

Education

Degree in Psychology or Criminology

Job description

A leading educational staffing agency in the UK is seeking a dedicated Behaviour Support Assistant to join a Specialist School in Oxford. This role is ideal for graduates in Psychology or Criminology or experienced Teaching Assistants passionate about mental health. The job involves working with children aged 11 to 16 with special educational needs, helping them manage their behavior and emotional well-being through alternative education methods. The school offers a supportive environment focused on mental health initiatives.