Behavioural Support Assistant – Full-Time, Long-Term Role Location: Ellesmere Port Start: ASAP Contract: Full-time, long-term Setting: Specialist provision supporting students with SEMH needs Are you passionate about helping young people overcome barriers to learning and thrive both in and out of the classroom? We are seeking a committed Behavioural Support Assistant to join a specialist education setting in Ellesmere Port, providing tailored support to students with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. About the Role In this rewarding position, you will work closely with students who require additional behavioural, emotional, and academic support. Your role will be essential in helping to create a safe, positive, and structured learning environment where every student can succeed. Key Responsibilities Provide 1:1 and small-group support for students with SEMH needs Implement behaviour management strategies and de-escalation techniques Assist in developing personalised support plans Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists, and pastoral staff Encourage resilience, emotional regulation, and positive behaviour Support learning across a range of subjects and activities Build trusting, professional relationships with students The Ideal Candidate Will Have: Experience supporting young people with SEMH, challenging behaviour, or additional needs (desired but not essential) A calm, patient, and resilient approach Strong communication and relationship-building skills The ability to work consistently as part of a supportive team A genuine passion for making a positive difference in young people’s lives What We Offer A long-term, full-time position with the opportunity to become permanent A supportive and welcoming team environment Ongoing professional development and training The chance to significantly impact the lives of young people All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details. All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date. Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants. We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.