Behaviour Support Assistant
Worthing, West Sussex
£14.24 – £14.50 per hour (salary depends on qualifications/experience)
ASAP – ongoing
Overview
Vision for Education is recruiting for a Behaviour Support Assistant on a full time basis for a Mainstream Primary (within the SEN department) to start ASAP.
Responsibilities
As a Behaviour Support Assistant, you will support pupils in class, in small groups and on a 1:1 basis, using behaviour management skills to assist pupils to manage their behaviour and support them with learning. Pupils are aged 4‑11, many with EHCPs for Special Educational Needs & Disabilities and/or Social, Emotional & Mental Health needs (SEMH) and associated needs such as Autism or ADHD.
We are seeking an individual who is passionate about creating engaging, fun ways to support pupils and help them find school a safe, positive, enjoyable place to learn.
Requirements
- Desired: Level 2/3 Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools or Level 2/3 Early Years Educator
- Desired: Able to drive
- Prior school experience working with young people with SEND, SEMH or challenging behavioural needs
- Confidence in behaviour management skills to de‑escalate threatening or aggressive behaviour
- Ability to mentor and engage pupils, delivering specifically designed educational packages
- Resilient, empathetic, patient, and not taking things too personally
Vision for Education is committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults. All staff undergo thorough interviewing and referencing checks, and must be prepared to undergo an Enhanced DBS check that is registered on the Update Service.
Benefits
- Excellent daily rates paid weekly by our in‑house Payroll team using PAYE
- Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability and qualifying criteria)
- Pension contributions (subject to a qualifying period)
- Full compliance with AWR (Agency Workers’ Regulations)
- Free training to help with professional development (Team Teach, online webinars, safeguarding and child protection updates)
- Generous refer‑a‑friend or colleague bonus scheme
- Access to a dedicated consultant who provides ongoing support
Equal Opportunity Statement
Vision for Education does not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.
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