Behaviour Support Assistant

Job Title: Behaviour Support Assistant
Location: Preston
Salary: £90 - £115
Contract Type: Full-time, Term-Time Only

About the Role:
We are seeking a resilient, calm, and proactive Behaviour Support Assistant to work with pupils with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs and other behavioural challenges in our SEN school.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support students in managing challenging behaviour using restorative and therapeutic approaches.

• De-escalate situations calmly and effectively, ensuring a safe learning environment.

• Build strong, supportive relationships with pupils, staff, and families.

• Help implement individual behaviour plans and monitor progress.

• Assist with academic tasks, encouraging engagement and focus.

Requirements:

• Experience working with challenging behaviour or in an SEN/SEMH setting.

• Strong behaviour management skills.

• Patience, empathy, and resilience.

• Good teamwork and communication skills.

• DBS clearance (or willingness to apply).

We Offer:

• A positive, supportive school environment.

• Excellent training in behaviour management and de-escalation.

• Opportunities for career development within SEN.

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