Behaviour Support Assistant – SEMH – Chesterfield - Step Teachers
📍 Location: Chesterfield
📅 Start: ASAP
💷 Pay: Up to £105/day (PAYE)
⏰ Hours: Mon–Fri, 8:30am–3:30pm
📑 Contract: Temp-to-Perm
About the School
Step Teachers client, a small secondary SEMH school in Chesterfield is looking for a Behaviour Support Assistant to join their team. The school supports young people aged 11–16 who’ve faced challenges in mainstream education.
With small class groups, a supportive staff team, and a focus on personal growth, this is a place where you can really make a difference.
What You’ll Be Doing
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Work 1:1 and with small groups to support learning and behaviour.
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Help students manage emotions, build resilience and confidence.
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Use positive strategies and de-escalation techniques.
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Be part of a caring team that puts relationships first.
What You Need
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Experience working with young people (at least 3 months).
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A calm, positive and resilient approach.
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Energy, empathy, and a real passion for helping others succeed.
What’s In It for You
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Equal pay to permanent staff after 13 weeks.
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Free training and CPD opportunities.
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Step Perks (24/7 GP access, retail discounts & more).
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£100 Amazon voucher with our Refer-a-Friend scheme.
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Ongoing support from a local SEN specialist.
Essentials
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At least 3 months referenceable experience working with children
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Enhanced DBS (or willing to apply).
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References covering the last 2 years.
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Right to work in the UK.
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Photo ID & Proof of Address
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Updated CV.
📞 Call Graham Warner at Step Teachers (Derbyshire)
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