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Behaviour Support Assistant
Location: Oxford
Start: ASAP
Pay: 85-100 per day
Contract: Full-time
Are you ready to make a real difference in the lives of young people who need it most?
This amazing specialist school believes every child has the potential to succeed and they are committed to providing the necessary support to help them thrive. They are looking for an enthusiastic Behaviour Support Assistant to join their team ASAP.
These students often struggle with social, emotional, and behavioural challenges and need guidance to build positive coping strategies, manage conflict, and regulate their emotions. Your role will be vital in helping them re-engage with learning and rebuild their confidence.
Your role as a Behaviour Support Assistant:
- Supporting students one-to-one and in small groups with their behaviour and emotional needs
- Helping students manage frustration, anxiety, and anger through positive behaviour strategies
- Working closely with class teachers and therapists to deliver consistent, personalised support
- Promoting emotional regulation, resilience, and effective conflict resolution techniques
- Acting as a calm, steady presence and positive role model throughout the school day
- Encouraging student participation, engagement, and a sense of achievement
What you need to be a good Behaviour Support Assistant:
- A compassionate, confident, and patient individual with a genuine passion for helping young people
- Some experience working with children or young people is essential
- Background in education, psychology, youth work, care, or similar is highly valued
- Experience with additional needs such as Autism, ADHD, or SEMH is an advantage
- Resilient, reliable, and eager to learn within a specialist setting
This is an excellent opportunity for those considering a future in education, psychology, counselling, or social work. You'll gain first-hand experience supporting vulnerable young people and be part of a collaborative, experienced team.
Important Information:
- Behaviour Support Assistant
- Oxford
- 85-100 per day
- Full-time (term-time only)
- ASAP start
- Supportive and experienced staff team
Interested in a career that makes an impact? Apply now to join a specialist team transforming the lives of young people through compassion, structure, and support.
