Behavioural Support Assistant Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people who face behavioural and emotional challenges? Academics, an established education recruitment agency, is seeking a dedicated Behavioural Support Assistant to join one of our valued SEN and alternative provision school partners in Wolverhampton. As a Behavioural Support Assistant, you will play a crucial role in supporting students with behavioural, social, and emotional needs. Working closely with teaching staff and pastoral teams, you'll help pupils regulate their emotions, stay engaged in lessons, and develop positive coping strategies both in and out of the classroom. The ideal Behavioural Support Assistant will: Have experience supporting children or young people with SEMH, behavioural difficulties, or additional needs Be calm, patient, and resilient when dealing with challenging behaviour Use de-escalation strategies effectively and build trusting relationships Be able to work collaboratively with staff and external professionals Have a genuine commitment to supporting young people to achieve their full potentialKey Responsibilities: Delivering personalised 1:1 and small group interventions Supporting students in managing behaviour and regulating emotions Encouraging and modelling positive behaviour and routines Assisting teachers in adapting lessons to meet individual needs Helping with smooth transitions during the school day, including break times and classroom changesIn return, Academics offers: Access to full-time or part-time Behavioural Support Assistant roles across Wolverhampton Long-term opportunities in alternative provisions, SEN schools and PRUs Competitive daily rates, paid weekly Ongoing training and professional developmentThis is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a background in youth work, care, psychology, or education who is looking to take the next step in their support career. Apply today to become a Behavioural Support Assistant in Wolverhampton and make a positive impact where it's needed most. Academics is an education recruitment agency acting on behalf of employers. This is a temporary role with the potential to lead to a permanent position for the right candidate