SEN Behaviour Support Assistant - Romford/Waltham Forest

Jobs4; Romford; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Veritas Education is seeking a dedicated Behaviour Support Assistant to join specialist SEN schools across Romford and Waltham Forest. You will support pupils aged 2-19 with ASD, SEMH, ADHD and other complex needs, providing 1:1 and small-group assistance and contributing to a calm, nurturing classroom environment.

The role focuses on emotional regulation, social skills and positive behaviour strategies, with collaboration alongside teachers, therapists, and parents.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with SEMH, ASD or challenging behaviour.
• Experience in schools, care, or residential settings.
• Strong behaviour management skills.
• Calm, patient and resilient approach.
• DBS clearance essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with behavioural and learning needs.
• Support emotional regulation, social skills and positive behaviour strategies.
• Build positive relationships to encourage engagement in learning.
• Implement behaviour support plans and EHCP targets.
• De-escalate challenging situations calmly and proactively.
• Support pupils inside and outside the classroom.
• Encourage independence, confidence and resilience.
• Collaborate with teachers, therapists, parents and professionals.
• Monitor pupil progress and behaviour.
• Help create a safe, structured and nurturing learning environment.

Skills

Behaviour management

Communication skills

Teamwork

Calm demeanor

Tools

MAPA

Team Teach

Job description

Veritas Education is seeking a dedicated Behaviour Support Assistant to join specialist SEN schools across Romford and Waltham Forest. You will support pupils aged 2-19 with ASD, SEMH, ADHD and other complex needs, providing 1:1 and small-group assistance and contributing to a calm, nurturing classroom environment.

The role focuses on emotional regulation, social skills and positive behaviour strategies, with collaboration alongside teachers, therapists, and parents.