Unqualified Pupil Behavioural Assistant

Teaching Personnel; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

Teaching Personnel in Cardiff is seeking an Unqualified Pupil Behavioural Assistant to support learners with SEMH. You will work in small groups of around 4-6 pupils and may provide 1:1 support to those with more complex needs, helping them re-engage with education.

The role emphasises trauma-informed, restorative approaches, calm patience, and strong relationships. No prior experience is required; DBS and EWC registration are requested, with driving licence helpful.

Qualifications

• No previous experience is required.
• DBS on Update Service (we can support you).
• Registration with the Education Workforce Council (EWC).
• Full UK driving licence and access to personal transport.

Responsibilities

• Supporting learners to regulate emotions using traumainformed and restorative approaches.
• Helping pupils reestablish positive learning routines and develop resilience, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Implementing behaviour support plans and de-escalation strategies.
• Encouraging engagement through personalised activities that build confidence, self-esteem, and motivation.

Skills

Empathy

Calm under pressure

Good communication

Positive attitude

Job description

Unqualified Pupil Behavioural Assistant-

Location: Cardiff

Salary: £92.63/ day

Contract: Full time and part time roles available

About the role-

As an integral member of a dynamic team in our School, you will work alongside specialist behaviour practitioners and teachers to support learners who present with social, emotional, and mental health needs (SEMH). Pupils may have experienced challenges in mainstream settings, and many require high levels of emotional support, consistency, and relational approaches to re-engage positively with education.

Your role will be crucial in helping to create a calm, safe, and structured environment where learners feel understood and supported. You will work with small groups of around 4-6 pupils and may also deliver 1:1 support for those with more complex behavioural or emotional needs.

Daily responsibilities may include:

• Supporting learners to regulate emotions using traumainformed and restorative approaches.
• Helping pupils reestablish positive learning routines and develop resilience, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Implementing behaviour support plans and de-escalation strategies.
• Encouraging engagement through personalised activities that build confidence, self-esteem, and motivation.

Every day is different, and your support will play a vital part in helping pupils rebuild trust, develop positive relationships, and move toward successful reintegration or future pathways.

About the School

Our school provides a highly supportive and specialist environment for children and young people who require an alternative approach to mainstream education. The school works with pupils from primary through to 19, offering tailored learning programmes that focus on emotional wellbeing, personal development, and re-engagement with education.

The school prioritises strong relationships, consistency, and a therapeutic approach to learning. Staff work collaboratively to help learners become confident, responsible, and resilient individuals who can make positive choices and build a future that reflects their strengths and aspirations.

What We Need from You-

• No previous experience is required, although any work involving young people with behavioural or emotional needs is highly beneficial.
• A positive, compassionate, and non-judgmental attitude, with a genuine passion for supporting learners who may face significant challenges.
• The ability to remain calm, patient, and adaptable in high-pressure or emotionally charged situations.
• Child and Adult Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (we can support you with this).
• Registration with the Education Workforce Council (EWC).
• Full UK driving licence and access to personal transport.