Behaviour Support Assistant

Ystrad Mynach (Multi-site, within 20-minute travel radius) | Start Date: September 2026 | Pay: £92.63 per day | Employer: Teaching Personnel

Teaching Personnel is recruiting for a dedicated and resilient SEN Behaviour Support Assistant to work across a specialist education setting supporting pupils aged 3–19 years. This is a varied and rewarding role, offering the opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of young people with additional needs.

You will be required to work across different sites within the provision, all located within a local area (maximum 20-minute travel between sites).

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with behavioural and additional learning needs
• Support students in managing behaviour and developing positive coping strategies
• Assist teachers in delivering tailored educational activities
• Build strong, trusting relationships with pupils across a wide age range (3–19)
• Promote a safe, inclusive, and engaging learning environment
• Work flexibly across multiple sites when required

Qualifications

• Has experience working with SEN, behaviour needs, or young people (school-based experience desirable but not essential)
• Is patient, resilient, and proactive
• Comfortable working with students across primary and secondary age groups
• Able to adapt quickly to different environments and settings
• Holds a full UK driving licence (preferred due to travel requirements)
• An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one – Teaching Personnel can support you with this)
• Availability to start September 2026
• A passion for supporting children and young people with additional needs

Benefits

• Competitive daily rate of £92.63
• Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant
• Opportunities for training and career development
• Access to a wide network of schools and specialist provisions

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