Behaviour Support Assistant West Sussex £445- £500 per week (salary is dependent on qualifications/experience) ASAP - Ongoing (permanent or temporary positions available) Refer a friend scheme - £125 for both of you! Vision for Education are recruiting for a Behaviour Support Assistants to join our SEN schools across West Sussex! Join Our Team as a Behaviour Support Assistant Making a Difference - One Smile at a Time Are you someone who naturally builds strong relationships and helps break down barriers? Do you enjoy supporting young people to flourish both emotionally and academically? Are you looking for a role where every day brings something new – and where your impact is genuinely life-changing? We’re seeking a Behaviour Support Assistant who can bring energy, empathy and creativity to our classrooms. You’ll be working with pupils aged 5 to 16, offering support on a one-to-one basis, in small groups, and within whole-class settings. Your role will be to help pupils regulate their emotions and engage in learning in ways that work best for them. Many of our pupils have complex needs including Autism, Social Emotional & Mental Health needs and learning difficulties or disabilities so we take a nurturing, therapeutic approach to everything we do. Patience, playfulness and a positive attitude are just as valuable as professional experience. Do you have a passion for the arts, music, drama or sport? That’s a real bonus. We love team members who bring their personal interests into the classroom, creating inspiring and enjoyable ways for our pupils to express themselves, connect with others and learn through play. If you're ready to make a genuine difference, we’d love to hear from you. We want someone who: Finds joy in helping young people grow. Loves thinking outside the box to make learning feel exciting and safe. Has a real passion for supporting children with additional needs. Brings their own talents and interests to enrich school life - whether it’s sport, painting, drumming, acting, or something else entirely. Isn’t afraid to be a bit silly, get creative, and celebrate every little win. If you’re someone who believes that behaviour is communication, and you're ready to help pupils feel understood, supported, and inspired - then we’d love to hear from you! Requirements To be considered for the role of Behaviour Support Assistant you will: DESIRED: Level 2/3 Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools or Level 2/3 Early Years Educator DESIRED: Able to drive Ideally have prior school experience working with young people with SEND, SEMH or challenging behavioural needs. Be confident in behaviour management skills to de-escalate any threatening or aggressive behaviour. To mentor and engage with the pupils, delivering specifically designed educational packages. You will need to be resilient, empathetic, patient and not take things too personally. Vision for Education is committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults. We take our responsibilities extremely seriously. All staff we register will undertake thorough interviewing and referencing checks and hold, or be prepared to undergo, an Enhanced DBS check that must be registered on the Update Service. About Vision for Education Vision for Education is a market-leading education recruitment and supply agency committed to the learning and development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high-quality primary, secondary and SEND teaching and support staff. What Vision for Education offer As a Behaviour Support Assistant employee of Vision for Education, you will receive: Excellent daily rates paid weekly by our in-house Payroll team using the Pay As You Earn (PAYE) system. Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability and qualifying criteria). Pension contributions (subject to a qualifying period). Full compliance with AWR (Agency Workers’ Regulations), to make sure you get the pay and working conditions you are entitled to. FREE training to help with your professional development such as Team Teach training, online webinars and safeguarding and child protection updates. Generous refer a friend or colleague bonus scheme. Access to a dedicated consultant, who will provide ongoing support. Vision for Education do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community. How to apply If you are a Behaviour Support Assistant, apply via this website with an up-to-date CV and contact details. For more information, or an informal chat about the role, please call the Brighton Branch on or email. visionsupport