Behaviour support teaching assistant - Academics : Job Details

Behaviour Support Assistant - Secondary School - Bradford

Are you confident, resilient, and passionate about supporting young people? Do you have experience working with challenging behaviour or students with social, emotional and mental health needs (SEMH)?

Academics, a leading education recruitment agency, is working in partnership with a forward-thinking secondary school in Bradford, looking to appoint a dedicated Behaviour Support Assistant to join their team from September 2025.

The Role:

As a Behaviour Support Assistant, you will:

• Support students aged 11-16 on a 1:1 basis and in small groups
• Help manage and de-escalate challenging behaviours
• Promote positive behaviour strategies and emotional regulation techniques
• Work collaboratively with the SENCo, pastoral staff, and teaching staff
• Build strong, trusting relationships to positively influence behaviour and learning
• Contribute to a safe, respectful, and inclusive learning environment

What We're Looking For:

• Experience working with young people, particularly those with behavioural or SEMH needs (school, youth work, PRU, or residential care background desirable)
• A calm, firm, and supportive approach to behaviour management
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to defuse conflict
• A genuine passion for helping students overcome barriers to learning
• Team Teach or similar training is desirable, but not essential (training can be provided)

Why Join Academics?

• Local, specialist consultants who understand your needs and match you with the right schools
• Weekly pay and competitive rates
• Free CPD and behaviour management training available
• Opportunities for long-term, permanent, and temp-to-perm placements

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who wants to make a real difference in the lives of young people and support their journey to success.

Interested? Apply now!

Key info:

Behaviour Support Assistant - Secondary School - Bradford

Location: Bradford

Job Type: Full-time, Term-time only

Start Date: September 2025

Salary: £85 - £100 per day (depending on experience)