Learning and Behaviour Support

Are you passionate about supporting some of the most vulnerable young people to achieve their full potential?

Location: Calderdale, West Yorkshire

Full-Time, Term Time Only

Temp to permanent position

Immediate start or September 2026 start

Engage Education is working in partnership with a highly respected specialist educational setting in Calderdale to recruit a dedicated and compassionate Learning & Behaviour Support Assistant. This is an opportunity to make a genuine difference to the lives of children and young people with a range of complex needs, including Autism, learning difficulties, social, emotional and mental health needs, and behaviours that may challenge. The school provides a highly personalised, therapeutic approach where every student is supported to thrive academically, socially and emotionally.

About the Role

As a Learning & Behaviour Support Assistant, you will play a vital role in helping students overcome barriers to learning, both inside and outside the classroom. Working closely with teaching staff, therapists and families, you will support pupils on an individual and small-group basis, helping them develop confidence, independence and positive outcomes. This role goes beyond traditional classroom support. You will become a trusted adult, helping students build relationships, regulate emotions, develop life skills and engage successfully in education.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide tailored support to students on a 1:1 and small-group basis.
• Build positive, trusting relationships that encourage engagement and achievement.
• Support students with social, emotional, behavioural and mental health needs.
• Assist with personalised learning programmes and individual support plans.
• Promote positive behaviour strategies and emotional regulation.
• Support pupils during lessons, enrichment activities, educational visits and wider school life.
• Record and monitor student progress, achievements and well-being.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, families and external professionals.
• Encourage independence, resilience and self-confidence.
• Safeguard and promote the welfare of all students at all times.

What We’re Looking For

• Have experience working with children or young people, particularly those with SEND, SEMH or additional needs.
• Are patient, resilient and emotionally intelligent.
• Can remain calm and positive in challenging situations.
• Have a genuine passion for supporting vulnerable learners.
• Are committed to inclusion, dignity, respect and positive outcomes.
• Have excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Are eager to learn and develop professionally within a specialist education environment.

Why Apply?

• Work within a highly supportive and specialist setting.
• Make a lasting impact on the lives of young people.
• Access excellent training and professional development opportunities.
• Clear progression pathways, including opportunities to develop into Key Worker roles.
• Be part of a collaborative team with a strong focus on wellbeing and positive behaviour support.
• Join an organisation that places quality of life, inclusion and individual achievement at the heart of everything it does.

Safeguarding

This role is subject to an Enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references. The employer is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.

Apply Today

If you’re looking for a rewarding role where every day brings the opportunity to change a young person’s life, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now to join a specialist education setting where compassion, resilience and positive relationships transform futures.