Behaviour Support Assistant - Academics : Job Details

Behaviour Support Assistant Location: WokinghamStart: ASAP / September Start Pay: £85-£100 per dayContract: Full-time

Are you ready to make a real difference in the lives of young people who need it most?

A welcoming and dedicated Mental Health Specialist School in Wokingham is looking for a Behaviour Support Assistant to join their team. This school supports students aged 4-16 who have been excluded from mainstream education and require a nurturing, structured environment to help them thrive.

These students often struggle with social, emotional, and behavioural challenges and need guidance to build positive coping strategies, manage conflict, and regulate their emotions. Your role will be vital in helping them re-engage with learning and rebuild their confidence.

Your role as a Behaviour Support Assistant:

• Supporting students one-to-one and in small groups with their behaviour and emotional needs
• Helping students manage frustration, anxiety, and anger through positive behaviour strategies
• Working closely with class teachers and therapists to deliver consistent, personalised support
• Promoting emotional regulation, resilience, and effective conflict resolution techniques
• Acting as a calm, steady presence and positive role model throughout the school day
• Encouraging student participation, engagement, and a sense of achievement

What you need to be a good Behaviour Support Assistant:

• A compassionate, confident, and patient individual with a genuine passion for helping young people
• Some experience working with children or young people is essential
• Background in education, psychology, youth work, care, or similar is highly valued
• Experience with additional needs such as Autism, ADHD, or SEMH is an advantage
• Resilient, reliable, and eager to learn within a specialist setting

This is an excellent opportunity for those considering a future in education, psychology, counselling, or social work. You'll gain first-hand experience supporting vulnerable young people and be part of a collaborative, experienced team.

Important Information:

• Behaviour Support Assistant
• Wokingham
• £85-£100 per day
• Full-time (term-time only)
• September / ASAP start
• Supportive and experienced staff team

Interested in a career that makes an impact? Apply now to join a specialist team transforming the lives of young people through compassion, structure, and support.