Behaviour Support Assistant
Behaviour Support Assistant – SEND / SEMH School
Location: Leeds (accessible from Wakefield, Bradford, Dewsbury & surrounding areas)
Salary: £101.40 – £120 per day
Job Type: Full-time
Hours: 8:30am – 3:30pm
Start Date: January
Are you a passionate, dedicated professional ready to support children and young people with Autism, SEMH, ADHD, and complex learning needs? A specialist SEND school in Leeds is looking for a skilled Behaviour Support Assistant to make a genuine impact on pupils aged 5–16.
This is a fantastic opportunity for individuals with experience in:
1. SEN schools or classrooms
2. Youth work or residential care
3. Social care or support work
4. Graduates in Psychology, Criminology, Sociology, Education, or related fields
If you’re looking to develop your career in SEND education, behaviour support, or pastoral care, this is the perfect role.
What You’ll Be Doing
5. Delivering 1:1 and small group behaviour support tailored to individual pupils
6. Implementing positive behaviour strategies, de-escalation techniques, and emotional regulation tools
7. Supporting pupils with Autism, SEMH, ADHD, and communication difficulties to engage in learning
8. Collaborating with teachers, SENCOs, therapists, and pastoral staff to achieve EHCP outcomes
9. Promoting independence, social skills, resilience, and confidence
10. Monitoring, recording, and reporting on pupil progress and behaviour interventions
11. Helping maintain a safe, structured, and nurturing learning environment
What We’re Looking For
12. Proven experience supporting children or young people with SEND or SEMH
13. Knowledge of behaviour management strategies and positive intervention techniques
14. Calm, empathetic, and resilient approach under pressure
15. Excellent communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills
16. Full-time commitment during term-time (Monday–Friday)
Why You’ll Love This Role
17. Competitive daily pay: £101.40 – £120 per day
18. Long-term, full-time position in a supportive and experienced SEND team
19. Opportunities for training, CPD, and career progression
20. Make a real, lasting impact on the lives of children and young people
21. Work in a well-resourced, structured, and nurturing environment
22. Experience that enhances your CV for teaching, educational psychology, or youth work
Ideal Backgrounds
23. SEN Learning Support Assistants / Teaching Assistants
24. Youth Workers, Behaviour Mentors, or Social Care Professionals
25. Psychology, Criminology, or Education Graduates
26. Residential care or support workers with experience managing challenging behaviours
How to Apply
If you’re ready to take the next step in your SEND career and make a difference in a specialist Leeds school, apply today!
Email:
Call: 0113 418 0100