Behavior Support Assistant

About the role

The Behaviour Support Assistant works under the Assistant Headteacher (Behaviour & Inclusion) to help students whose behaviour creates barriers to learning. The role focuses on promoting positive behaviour, improving engagement and developing social‑emotional skills needed for success in school.

Key responsibilities

• Provide one‑to‑one and small‑group behaviour support for students with behavioural, social and emotional needs.
• Implement behaviour support plans and restorative approaches to encourage positive choices.
• Support students in managing behaviour, emotions and conflict effectively.
• Work with teachers to promote a positive learning environment and minimise disruption to lessons.
• Monitor student behaviour, attendance and engagement, maintaining accurate records where required.
• Build positive relationships with students, parents/carers and external agencies to support student progress.
• Supervise students during breaktimes, transitions and other unstructured periods as required.
• Follow all school safeguarding, child protection and behaviour policies.
• Attend relevant meetings and participate in training and professional development.

Required profile

• Experience working with young people in an educational or similar setting.
• Understanding of behaviour management strategies and restorative practice.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Calm, patient and resilient with the ability to de‑escalate challenging situations.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Desirable: Teaching Assistant (Level 2 or 3) qualification or equivalent.
• Desirable: Experience supporting students with SEND, SEMH or behavioural needs.
• Desirable: Training in behaviour management, Team Teach or other positive handling approaches.

Required skills