Job Description
SEND Behaviour Support Specialist – SEMH Schools & Alternative Provisions
Milk Education is working in partnership with a number of specialist SEMH schools and Alternative Provisions in the heart of Kingston Upon Thames to recruit a dedicated and resilient SEND Behaviour Support Specialist.
This is an excellent opportunity for individuals looking to build or progress their career within the SEND and behavioural support sector, gaining valuable experience in specialist education settings.
The Role
As a SEND Behaviour Support Specialist, you will work closely with pupils who require additional behavioural, emotional, and social support. Many of the students you will support have SEMH needs and may have experienced challenges in mainstream education, so your role will be key in helping them re-engage with learning and develop positive coping strategies.
You will play a crucial role in promoting positive behaviour, building trust with students, and supporting them both inside and outside the classroom.
Key Responsibilities
Provide 1:1 and small group behavioural support for students with SEMH needs
Support pupils in managing emotions and developing self-regulation strategies
Build positive, professional relationships with students, staff, and families
Work collaboratively with pastoral teams, teachers, and SENCOs to implement behaviour support plans
Support students within specialist SEMH schools and Alternative Provision settings
Promote a safe, structured, and inclusive learning environment
Monitor and record student progress and behaviour interventions
The Ideal Candidate
Experience working with young people in schools, alternative provisions, youth work, mentoring, or similar settings
Strong behaviour management skills and a calm, consistent approach
Resilient, patient, and empathetic personality
Ability to build rapport and act as a positive role model
Team Teach training (desirable but not essential)
A genuine passion for supporting young people with SEND and SEMH needs
A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children
Career Progression
This role is ideal for candidates who are looking to build a long-term career within SEND education, including pathways into:
Behaviour Specialist roles
SEN Teaching
Pastoral or Safeguarding roles
Educational Psychology
Youth Justice or Social Work
Benefits to YOU
Excellent rates of pay
Speedy registration process & fast-track compliance
Flexible working options to suit your schedule
5-Star rated agency with over 3000 reviews across Google & Facebook
Exclusive school & trust partnerships
Access to our FREE Perks Portal with discounts similar to a Blue Light Card
Access to 1000+ accredited CPD courses through Milk Academy
FREE PSHE lesson plans and resources created by teachers
FREE Educator Wellbeing eBook and wellbeing hub
School Preparation Pack to support your placements
24/7 support from your personal consultant
Access to our Unbottled programme, bringing lived-experience speakers into schools
Join the UK’s only eco-friendly education supply agency
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