Behaviour Support Assistant in Somerset

Behaviour Support Assistant in Somerset

Somerset Full-Time 23000 - 27000 Β£ / year (est.) No working from home possible
Teaching Personnel

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Support students in a nurturing environment and help them re-engage with education.
  • Company: Specialist Pupil Referral Unit in Sherborne, Dorset.
  • Benefits: Competitive pay, ongoing support, and a rewarding role.
  • Other info: Join a dedicated team and enjoy a dynamic work environment.
  • Why this job: Make a lasting impact on young people's lives every day.
  • Qualifications: Experience as a Teaching Assistant, especially in PRU or SEND settings.

The predicted salary is between 23000 - 27000 Β£ per year.

Experienced Teaching Assistants Required – September Start

Location: Sherborne, Dorset

Are you an experienced Teaching Assistant looking to make a real difference in the lives of young people? We are recruiting dedicated and resilient Teaching Assistants to join a specialist Pupil Referral Unit (PRU) in Sherborne from September. This is a rewarding opportunity to support students who require alternative provision due to:

  • Permanent exclusion or being at risk of permanent exclusion
  • Short-stay placements
  • Medical needs
  • SEND assessments and additional learning needs

The setting provides a nurturing, supportive environment where every student is given the opportunity to re-engage with education and achieve positive outcomes.

The ideal candidate will have:

  • Previous experience working as a Teaching Assistant, ideally within a PRU, SEMH, SEND, or alternative provision setting
  • A calm, patient and resilient approach
  • Excellent behaviour management skills
  • The ability to build positive relationships with young people who may have experienced barriers to learning
  • A genuine passion for helping students reach their full potential

In return, you will receive:

  • A rewarding role where no two days are the same
  • Ongoing support from an experienced team
  • The opportunity to make a lasting impact on young people's lives
  • Competitive rates of pay

If you're ready to take on a rewarding new challenge this September and have the experience required, we would love to hear from you.

Behaviour Support Assistant in Somerset employer: Teaching Personnel

Join our dedicated team in Sherborne, Dorset, where we prioritise a nurturing and supportive environment for both our students and staff. As a Behaviour Support Assistant, you will benefit from ongoing professional development opportunities, competitive pay, and the chance to make a meaningful impact on the lives of young people facing challenges in their education. Our collaborative work culture fosters resilience and growth, ensuring that every day brings new rewards and experiences.

Teaching Personnel

Contact Details:

Teaching Personnel Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Behaviour Support Assistant in Somerset

Experience as a Teaching Assistant
Behaviour Management Skills
Relationship Building
Resilience
Calmness
Patience
Understanding of SEMH