Behaviour Support Assistant

Remedy Recruitment Group; East London; On-site; ZAR 50 000 - 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist recruitment agency is seeking a Behaviour Support Assistant in East London to provide support to students aged 11-19 in a specialist SEN school. The role involves delivering in-class support, responding to behaviour requests, and helping students with engagement and emotional regulation. Candidates must have experience in a SEN school, be physically active, and demonstrate resilience. This is a full-time position with pay ranging from £100-£125 per day.

Qualifications

• Experience working in a specialist SEN school is essential.
• Must be flexible and confident in supporting various age groups and needs.
• Ability to manage behaviours that challenge is crucial.

Responsibilities

• Provide in-class behaviour support across multiple lessons.
• Respond professionally to behaviour support requests from staff.
• Deliver short-term interventions on a 1:1 or 1:2 basis.

Skills

Experience in a specialist SEN school

Flexibility in supporting different age groups

Confidence managing challenging behaviours

Effective communication and collaboration

Physical activity for supporting students

Job description

Behaviour Support Assistant - KS3 to KS5 (SEN School)

Location: Specialist SEN School

Start Date: ASAP

Contract: Full-time, Temporary

Pay: £100-£125 per day (negotiable)

Hours: 8:30am - 4:00pm, Monday to Friday

We are seeking a confident, resilient and highly adaptable Behaviour Support Assistant to join a specialist SEN school supporting students aged 11-19 (KS3-KS5). This is a full-time role suited to someone with previous SEN school experience who thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and is comfortable responding to changing needs throughout the school day.

You will play a key role in supporting behaviour, engagement and emotional regulation across the school, working closely with teaching and pastoral staff.

The Role

• Provide in-class behaviour support across multiple lessons and departments
• Respond quickly and professionally to behaviour support requests from staff
• Deliver short‑term, targeted interventions on a 1:1 or 1:2 basis
• Support students with regulation, engagement and transitions
• Assist with off‑site activities, including swimming and outdoor learning
• Follow changing timetables and priorities with flexibility and professionalism

The Ideal Candidate Will

• Have experience working in a specialist SEN school (essential)
• Be flexible and confident supporting different age groups and needs
• Be physically active and able to support students with complex needs
• Demonstrate resilience and confidence managing behaviours that challenge
• Communicate effectively and work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
• Maintain a calm, professional and proactive approach at all times

Please note: Mainstream-only experience or sports coaching backgrounds are not suitable for this role.

This is a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a specialist setting supporting young people with complex needs.

Apply now or get in touch to discuss suitable candidates for this Behaviour Support Assistant role.