Behaviour Support Assistant

Behavioural support assistant for bespoke school/education centre

Are you interested in helping children from disadvantaged backgrounds? Do you see value in children where others may write them off? Do you have a keen interest in supporting mental health and giving children the tools to better regulate their emotions?

We are currently partnered with a truly special and alternative education centre in Bristol that has multiple sites working with students who have mental health difficulties ranging from as young as 5 all the way to post 16. The centres strive to give students a bespoke experience that provides opportunities to learn in the most active and engaging way possible, rather than being confined to a traditional classroom.

We are ideally looking for candidates with previous experience working with mental health, either from a school background or in a care environment. We also welcome those who have studied psychology or have a genuine passion for supporting young people. To work at this school, you must be resilient to some challenging behaviours, possess empathy, and understand the importance of providing consistent support to ensure that routines are maintained and students feel they are in a stable environment.

Due to the nature of the work, the school can only consider drivers, so you must have access to a car and be able to drive.

We are looking for several individuals due to the school's further expansion. Working hours are 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday to Friday, and term time only.

To work with children, you will need to have an enhanced DBS on the update service or be willing to apply for one.

If you want to give the most vulnerable students a chance to shine and prove they can achieve despite their circumstances, get in touch with us today.