Behavior Support Assistant

Job Title: Behaviour Support Assistant
Location: Blackpool
Hours: Monday - Friday, Term Time Only (8:30am - 3:30pm, subject to school hours)
Contract: Full-time, Temporary to Permanent opportunities available
Salary: £98

About the Role

We are seeking a dedicated and resilient Behaviour Support Assistant to join a supportive and nurturing school in Blackpool. This is a rewarding role for someone who is passionate about helping pupils with additional needs, particularly those with behavioural, social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) challenges.

As a Behaviour Support Assistant, you will work closely with pupils on a 1:1 and small group basis, providing guidance, emotional regulation strategies, and positive behaviour support. You will play a vital role in creating a safe, calm, and structured learning environment where every child can build confidence, resilience, and achieve their potential.

This role would suit candidates with professional or personal experience in supportive roles such as Teaching Assistant, Youth Worker, Behaviour Mentor, Social Worker, or similar.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group behaviour support to pupils with SEMH needs, Autism, ADHD, and other additional needs

• Support pupils in managing emotions, self-regulation, and developing coping strategies

• Promote and encourage positive behaviour in and out of the classroom

• Work alongside teachers to deliver structured interventions and inclusive learning activities

• De-escalate challenging situations calmly and effectively

• Build strong, trusting relationships with pupils to encourage engagement and participation

• Contribute to creating a safe, consistent, and positive learning environment

Requirements

• Experience working in a behaviour support role, or as a Teaching Assistant, Youth Worker, Social Worker, or similar

• Personal experience supporting children or young people with SEMH or behavioural needs will also be considered

• A resilient, calm, and proactive approach

• Strong behaviour management skills and the ability to work under pressure

• Excellent communication and teamwork skills

• An enhanced DBS check on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)

• Relevant training or qualifications (e.g., Team Teach, Positive Behaviour Support, CACHE Level 2/3) are desirable but not essential

Benefits

• Term-time working: Monday to Friday, no evenings or weekends

• Ongoing CPD and specialist training in behaviour support and intervention strategies

• Dedicated support from a specialist education recruitment team

• Opportunity to secure permanent school contracts

• Competitive daily rate of £98 - £106 (subject to experience)

✨ If you are passionate about supporting children with behavioural and emotional needs, and have the resilience and dedication to make a lasting difference, we would love to hear from you!