At a Glance
- Tasks: Support young people with behavioural and emotional needs to help them thrive in school.
- Company: A well-regarded secondary school in Braintree, committed to student wellbeing.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, supportive environment, and the chance to make a real difference.
- Other info: Immediate onboarding for successful candidates; dynamic role with great career potential.
- Why this job: Join a passionate team and empower students to overcome challenges and succeed.
- Qualifications: Experience with children or young people, strong communication skills, and a genuine passion for support.
The predicted salary is between 22500 - 30000 £ per year.
Are you passionate about supporting young people and helping them overcome barriers to learning? Do you have experience working with children or young people with behavioural, social, emotional, or mental health needs? Are you looking for a rewarding opportunity within a supportive secondary school where you can make a genuine difference every day?
This school is committed to providing a positive and inclusive learning environment where every student is supported to achieve their full potential both academically and personally.
Job Overview:- This school caters for students aged 11-16.
- Full-time, Monday - Friday Behaviour Support Assistant role.
- Provide one-to-one and small group support for students displaying challenging behaviour.
- Support students with SEMH needs, behavioural difficulties, and barriers to learning.
- Implement behaviour support strategies and interventions in line with school policies.
- Build positive and trusting relationships with students to promote engagement and progress.
- Work closely with teaching staff, pastoral teams, SENCOs, and senior leaders.
- Support students both in lessons and during unstructured times throughout the school day.
- Monitor and record student behaviour, attendance, and progress.
- Promote positive behaviour, resilience, self-regulation, and emotional wellbeing.
This Behaviour Support Assistant role in Braintree offers the opportunity to work within a supportive and ambitious school environment where relationships and student wellbeing are at the heart of the school's ethos. You will play a vital role in helping young people overcome challenges, re-engage with learning, and achieve positive outcomes.
What We're Looking For:- Experience working with children or young people in education, youth work, mentoring, coaching, residential care, or support settings.
- Experience supporting individuals with challenging behaviour, SEMH needs, ADHD, ASD, or additional needs is desirable.
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
- Calm, patient, resilient, and adaptable approach.
- Ability to manage challenging situations confidently and professionally.
- A genuine passion for supporting young people and helping them succeed.
- Strong teamwork and organisational skills.
- Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one).
Click "Apply Now" and, if your application is successful, you will be contacted for a phone call. Alternatively, contact Ellie directly at Academics Chelmsford TODAY to discuss this exciting opportunity in more detail.
Behaviour Support Assistant in Essex employer: Academics
Join a well-regarded secondary school in Braintree, Essex, where you will be part of a supportive and inclusive environment dedicated to fostering the growth and wellbeing of every student. As a Behaviour Support Assistant, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on young people's lives while benefiting from a collaborative work culture that prioritises professional development and teamwork. With a commitment to positive behaviour and emotional wellbeing, this school offers a rewarding career path for those passionate about education and youth support.
