At a Glance
- Tasks: Support young people with SEN and challenging behaviour in a specialist school.
- Company: Engage Education, dedicated to empowering students in Manchester.
- Benefits: Competitive daily rates, free CPD, and potential for permanent roles.
- Other info: Join a supportive team and enjoy long-term career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives while developing your skills.
- Qualifications: Must have Team Teach training and experience with SEN or challenging behaviour.
The predicted salary is between 22950 - 28050 £ per year.
Engage Education are recruiting for a passionate and resilient Behaviour Support Assistant to join a specialist SEN school in Manchester. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who has experience supporting pupils with SEN, SEMH, autism and challenging behaviour and is confident helping young people regulate their emotions and engage positively with education.
The Role
- Provide 1:1 and small-group behaviour support
- Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils
- Support children with SEN, SEMH and challenging behaviour
- Help pupils develop emotional regulation and coping strategies
- De-escalate challenging situations calmly and professionally
- Follow individual behaviour and support plans
- Encourage positive engagement with learning
- Work closely with teachers, SENCOs and pastoral teams
- Help maintain a safe, structured and supportive environment
Essential Requirements
- Team Teach training is ESSENTIAL for this role.
- Previous experience supporting children or young people
- Experience working with SEN, SEMH or challenging behaviour
- Valid Team Teach training
- A calm, patient and resilient approach
- Strong behaviour-management skills
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
- A genuine passion for supporting young people
Previous experience as a Behaviour Mentor, Teaching Assistant, SEN TA, Learning Mentor, Support Worker or Youth Worker would be highly desirable.
What Engage Education Offers
- Long-term opportunity
- Full-time
- Competitive daily rates
- Free CPD and professional development
- Dedicated Engage Education consultant
- Potential permanent opportunities
If you’re Team Teach trained and have a passion for supporting young people with behavioural and SEN needs, Engage Education wants to hear from you! Send us your CV today and our team will be in touch.
Behaviour Support Assistant in Manchester employer: Engage Education
Engage Education is an exceptional employer for those passionate about making a difference in the lives of children with Special Educational Needs. With competitive pay, full-time opportunities, and a supportive work culture, employees benefit from ongoing professional development and access to specialist training. Located in Trafford and Manchester, our dedicated team fosters a nurturing environment where staff can grow and thrive while positively impacting young people's educational journeys.
