Behaviour Support Assistant | Bournemouth
Prospero Teaching is delighted to be working with a Good Ofsted-rated Secondary School located in Bournemouth. We are currently seeking a Behaviour Support Assistant to join their dedicated pastoral team and help create a positive, supportive environment for students.
About the School
This inclusive and forward-thinking secondary school is committed to ensuring every student thrives academically, socially, and emotionally. The school promotes high standards of behaviour and wellbeing, offering tailored support to meet individual needs. With a strong pastoral structure and collaborative ethos, staff work together to maintain a safe and nurturing environment where students can succeed.
Role Details:
Location: Bournemouth, Dorset
Position: Behaviour Support Assistant
Type of Work: Behaviour and Pastoral Support
Start Date: Immediate
Contract Type: Temporary to Permanent
Hours: Full-Time, Monday to Friday
Pay: From £95.29 per dayKey Responsibilities:
Ensure the smooth organisation and day-to-day running of the Reset Room and triage process.
Support the work of the pastoral team, including Heads of Year and Deputy Vice Principals.
Direct and refer students to the appropriate staff based on their needs through triage.
Liaise with students sent to Reset, guiding them to reflect, complete consequences, and return to class.
Act as the administrative lead for the Reset Room, logging referrals, tracking reflections, and ensuring follow-up actions.
Contribute to student progress and wellbeing through proactive coordination of behaviour support strategies.
Work alongside pastoral and inclusion teams to develop student profiles, maintain support plans, and attend meetings when required.What Were Looking For:
Strong administrative and organisational skills with attention to detail.
Confidence and experience in managing challenging behaviour while remaining calm and supportive.
Passion for supporting young peoples mental health and wellbeing.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
IT literacy, including experience with MS Office Suite and databases.
Flexibility and willingness to work as part of a collaborative team.
A calm, professional presence in challenging situationsRequirements:
Right to work in the UK.
Enhanced child barred list DBS certificate (or willingness to apply).
Two professional child-related references.What We Offer
Free, accredited CPD courses including safeguarding and behaviour management.
In-house Training and Development Team.
Supportive school environment with opportunities for career progression.
Refer a Friend scheme earn GBP150 for successful referrals.Ready to make a difference?
Apply now with your up-to-date CV. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Prospero Teaching acts as an employment business/education recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy