Behaviour Support Assistant
Job Title: Behaviour Support Assistant
Location: Preston
Salary: £90 - £115
Contract Type: Full-time, Term-Time Only
About the Role:
We are seeking a resilient, calm, and proactive Behaviour Support Assistant to work with pupils with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs and other behavioural challenges in our SEN school.
Key Responsibilities:
Support students in managing challenging behaviour using restorative and therapeutic approaches.
De-escalate situations calmly and effectively, ensuring a safe learning environment.
Build strong, supportive relationships with pupils, staff, and families.
Help implement individual behaviour plans and monitor progress.
Assist with academic tasks, encouraging engagement and focus.
Requirements:
Experience working with challenging behaviour or in an SEN/SEMH setting.
Strong behaviour management skills.
Patience, empathy, and resilience.
Good teamwork and communication skills.
DBS clearance (or willingness to apply).
We Offer:
A positive, supportive school environment.
Excellent training in behaviour management and de-escalation.
Opportunities for career development within SEN.
Please apply now to be a Behaviour Support Assistant in Preston! Please contact Issy via (url removed) / (phone number removed)