Behavioural Support Assistant
Pay: £90-£115 per day - DOE
Mon-Fri, Daily Hours 8:30am - 4:00pm
Full-time / Term Time Only
Chigwell, Essex
We're looking for dedicated Behavioural Support Assistants to support pupils with social, emotional, and behavioural needs. This is a fantastic opportunity for anyone passionate about helping young people thrive while gaining valuable experience for future careers in education, psychology, youth work, or mental health support.
Behavioural Support Assistant Role:
Supporting pupils with SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health) needs
Working 1:1 and in small groups to promote positive behaviour and engagement
Helping implement behaviour plans and emotional regulation strategies
Assisting teachers in maintaining a calm, structured learning environment
Building positive relationships to encourage confidence, resilience, and progress
Behavioural Support Assistant Requirements:
Genuine interest in supporting young people
Patient, calm, and proactive approach
Experience or training in behaviour management or manual handling preferred
Strong communication and relationship-building skills
Experience working with children or young people (desirable)
Ideal for aspiring Youth Workers, Behaviour Mentors, Teachers, Counsellors, or PsychologistsIf you're interested in this Behavioural Support Assistant role, please contact Aaron Nacey-Smart at Veritas Education.
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION
All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
You must have legal right to work in the UK
You must be willing to attend a registration interviewVeritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.
Disclaimer
'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community
