Level 3 Behaviour and Inclusion Support Assistant in Birmingham

EIAT is a thriving Multi Academy Trust in North Birmingham incorporating Wilson Stuart School, Mayfield School, Queensbury School, The Hive College, Lime Tree Nursery and Blue Sky Nursery. We strive to share best practice and work in cohesive, collaborative and innovative ways. Our ethos is "Better Never Ends".

These are exciting times at Queensbury School. Caring staff, an ambitious curriculum and new buildings are all driving improvements for pupils. Leaders aim to help pupils ‘unleash their limitless potential’. Staff, parents, carers and pupils are united in making this vision a reality.

Our Discovery and Quest pathways support students with diverse, complex learning profiles, including those who require high levels of support with regulation, emotional wellbeing, and behavioural consistency. We are seeking a dedicated practitioner with strong relational and behaviour‑support skills to work across multiple classes and pathways.

Purpose of the Role

To work across Discovery and Quest pathway classes to support pupils’ behaviour, regulation, engagement, and access to learning. The successful candidate will provide consistent, proactive regulation support, working collaboratively with teaching staff, pastoral colleagues, and external professionals where appropriate.

Key Responsibilities

• Behaviour & Regulation Support
  • Provide targeted support for students needing additional help with emotional regulation and behaviour.
  • Use proactive, therapeutic, and relationship‑based approaches to reduce barriers to learning.
  • Implement support plans, strategies, and de‑escalation approaches in line with school policy.
  • Assist students in developing self‑regulation skills, social communication, and positive routines.
  • Contribute to restorative practice following incidents.
• Working Across Classes
  • Work flexibly across multiple Discovery and Quest classes, responding to changing needs and priorities.
  • Support teachers in implementing adapted learning and behaviour support strategies for a wide range of needs.
  • Build strong, trusting relationships with pupils while maintaining professional boundaries.
• Supporting Learning
  • Contribute to creating a safe, positive, and structured learning environment that promotes wellbeing and engagement.
  • Support pupils in accessing a differentiated curriculum, life skills, and communication‑focused learning, reflecting the school’s core provision.
  • Work one‑to‑one or with small groups to reinforce learning and regulation strategies.
  • Support students with EHCP outcomes and their personalised learning goals.
  • Promote independence, engagement and self‑regulation.
• Communication & Teamwork
  • Communicate effectively with children, staff, and families (an essential expectation of all Level 3 practitioners).
  • Participate in team discussions to contribute to personalised plans for pupils.
  • Maintain accurate records as required, contributing to reviews and monitoring processes.
• Professional Responsibilities
  • Participate in regular training sessions in line with the school’s CPD calendar (e.g., Team Teach, autism training).
  • Engage in supervision and reflective practice.
  • Support whole‑school positive behaviour culture.
• Safeguarding and Welfare
  • Provide a safe, nurturing and trauma‑informed environment.
  • Maintain vigilance regarding safeguarding and child protection.
  • Report concerns in line with statutory guidance.
  • Support students during unstructured times.

What We Are Looking For

• A candidate who is skilled in understanding behaviour as communication and able to respond with empathy and consistency.
• Experienced in supporting children or young people with SEND, SEMH, ASD, or communication needs.
• Able to work confidently across different classes, adapting to the needs of individual pupils and staff.
• Committed to child‑centred practice, partnership working, and maintaining high expectations.
• Able to contribute ideas and be an active, reflective member of a collaborative team.