Behaviour support assistant

Description

Role: Behaviour Support Assistant

Location: M11, East Manchester

Hours: Full–time, Monday to Friday (8:00am–3:30pm)

Pay: 13.69 to 15.87 per hour (PAYE or Umbrella)

Start Date: ASAP

Contract Type: Long–term

A large, inclusive primary school in the M11 area of East Manchester is seeking a dedicated Behaviour Support Assistant to join their well–established SEND provision. This long–term, full–time Behaviour Support Assistant role offers an exciting opportunity to work with pupils across EYFS to Year 6 who present with a range of complex needs, including emotional dysregulation, non–verbal communication, ASD, ADHD, SEMH, sensory needs, behavioural challenges, learning disabilities and other additional needs.

The school has a specialist internal provision designed to support pupils who require a more bespoke and structured approach. They are searching for a calm, resilient, and proactive Behaviour Support Assistant who can help pupils regulate, engage, and thrive within a nurturing and supportive environment.

Behaviour Support Assistant – Key Responsibilities:

Provide 1:1 and small group support as a Behaviour Support Assistant

Assist pupils with emotional regulation, sensory needs and challenging behaviour

Support children with communication needs, including non–verbal pupils

Work closely with the SEND team to deliver tailored strategies and interventions

Maintain a calm, consistent, safe learning environment as a Behaviour Support Assistant

Contribute to personalised plans, behaviour reports and daily logs

Use de–escalation and positive behaviour strategies confidently

Support learning both in the provision and, when needed, in the mainstream classroom

Build strong, trusting relationships with pupils and staff

Uphold safeguarding and school policies in all aspects of the role as a Behaviour Support Assistant

Behaviour Support Assistant – Requirements:

Previous experience supporting pupils with challenging behaviour or SEND

Strong behaviour management and resilience

Ability to adapt to different needs across EYFS–KS2

Confidence supporting emotional and behavioural regulation

Commitment to full–time, long–term work, Monday to Friday

Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one)

Team Teach or equivalent training is highly advantageous

A genuine passion for supporting vulnerable pupils as a Behaviour Support Assistant

Why apply for this Behaviour Support Assistant role?

Full–time, long–term opportunity starting ASAP

Competitive pay: 13.69 – 15.87 per hour

Work in a supportive and well–structured SEND provision

Opportunity to make a meaningful difference to children who need consistency

A challenging yet deeply rewarding role as a Behaviour Support Assistant

Ongoing support from both the school and agency

The chance to develop specialist SEND and behaviour management skills

If you are a resilient, compassionate and committed Behaviour Support Assistant looking for your next opportunity in a welcoming M11 primary school, please get in touch today to arrange a trial or interview.

Reeson Education:

Reeson Education is England's Premier Recruitment Agency. Established in 2006 by experienced teachers, education professionals and recruitment specialists, we have built our business and reputation on the cores values of honesty, integrity and excellence.

We care about education and the provision of education and have established an excellent reputation with schools and teachers alike.

At Reeson Education we work closely with a large network of Nurseries, Primary Schools, Secondary Schools and Colleges across England. Our client base provides us with an abundance of available daily supply, long term and permanent opportunities across all age groups in all areas of London.

Reeson Education is an Equal Opportunities employer and is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding and the promotion of the welfare of children, young people and adults.

Please note that all daily/hourly rates quoted are inclusive of holiday pay at 12.07%

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