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Behaviour Support Assistant in Milton Keynes)
Job summary
An educational support organization is seeking a compassionate Behaviour Support Assistant in Milton Keynes. The successful candidate will provide one-to-one and group support to students facing emotional and behavioural challenges. Responsibilities include fostering resilience, managing behaviour, and collaborating with staff and families to create a nurturing learning environment. Ideal candidates will possess strong communication skills and a solid understanding of special educational needs.
Qualifications
- Strong knowledge of special educational needs and behaviour impact.
- Understanding of mental health and emotional wellbeing strategies.
- Excellent interpersonal skills for connecting with students and families.
Responsibilities
- Deliver targeted one-to-one and group interventions.
- Foster resilience and positive behaviour among students.
- Collaborate with teachers and families for holistic development.
- Model positive behaviour strategies for student navigation.
Skills
Education
Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of children and young people? Do you inspire growth, champion resilience and thrive in environments where every day brings new opportunities to support, guide, and empower?
Academics are seeking a and compassionate Behaviour Support Assistant to support students in Milton Keynes to overcome social, emotional, and behavioural challenges.
As a Behaviour Support Assistant, you will work directly with young people in Milton Keynes who need a steady, compassionate presence. You will be part of a dedicated team committed to creating a safe, nurturing, and inclusive learning environment.
- Deliver impactful support through targeted one-to-one and group interventions tailored to students' individual needs.
- Foster resilience, emotional wellbeing, and positive behaviour, helping students develop the tools they need to thrive both in school and beyond.
- Collaborate closely with teachers, families, and external professionals to ensure a consistent, holistic approach to each student's development.
- Champion progress by modelling positive behaviour strategies and helping students navigate challenges with empathy and confidence.
We're seeking a caring, motivated Behaviour Support Assistant in Milton Keynes with:
- Strong knowledge of special educational needs and how diverse learning profiles impact behaviour.
- A solid understanding of mental health, emotional wellbeing strategies, and behaviour management approaches.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to connect meaningfully with students, staff, and families.
- The ability to build trusting, supportive relationships, encouraging students to feel safe and understood.
- Strong time management skills and a self-motivated approach to your work.
- Patience, empathy, and a proactive problem-solving mindset.
- Relevant qualifications in psychology, education, social work, or a related field (desirable but not essential-your passion and experience matter most!).
If you're ready to bring your skills, energy, and compassion to a Behaviour Support Assistant role in Milton Keynes that truly matters, we'd love to hear from you!
Apply today-and help us build brighter futures for our young people.
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