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Behaviour Support Assistant

Where

Twickenham

Type

Contract

Salary

100 Daily

Behaviour Support Assistant Location: Twickenham, West LondonSalary: £475 £500 per week (dependent on experience and/or qualifications)Start Date: ASAP / Oct 2025

The School

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join a brand-new specialist all-through school in Twickenham, supporting children and young people with autism (ASC) and social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs.

The school provides a nurturing, structured, and inclusive learning environment where pupils are supported to develop confidence, independence, and emotional resilience. Small class sizes and a highly experienced team ensure that each pupil receives the individual attention and care they need to thrive.

The Role

We are seeking a committed Behaviour Support Assistant to join the KS2 team. The role involves working closely with pupils in small classes, supporting them in overcoming barriers to learning through positive behaviour strategies, tailored interventions, and engaging activities.

Responsibilities
  • Providing 1:1 and small-group support to Primary or Secondary pupils with ASC or SEMH and associated needs.

  • Using behaviour management skills to de-escalate challenging situations calmly and effectively.

  • Acting as a mentor, building positive relationships to help pupils re-engage with learning.

  • Supporting the delivery of bespoke educational and pastoral interventions.

  • Encouraging emotional regulation, resilience, and independence.

Requirements
  • Previous experience working with children, young people or vulnerable adults.

  • Confidence in managing behaviour and supporting pupils with SEMH.

  • Resilience, patience, empathy, and the ability not to take things personally.

  • A genuine passion for making a difference in the lives of young people.

What we offerAs a Behaviour Support Assistant and part of our team, you benefit from:

  • Excellent daily rates paid using the PAYE system.
  • Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability).
  • Social and networking events.
  • Pension contributions.
  • CPD to help with your professional development.

About us

We are a market-leading education supply agency committed to the development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high quality educators.

We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.

How to apply If you are a Behaviour Support Assistant who can enthuse, motivate and engage learners and would like the challenge of working in a rewarding environment, then we want to hear from you.

Apply today via this website, or for more information about this role and other opportunities call us on (phone number removed)

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