Behaviour Support Assistant - Reading
Are you a Psychology graduate eager to gain practical experience supporting young people with behavioural and additional needs?
A Secondary SEN School in Reading is seeking a dedicated, patient, and compassionate Behaviour Support Assistant to join their team. This role is ideal for aspiring Educational Psychologists, Clinical Psychologists, Behavioural Therapists, Counsellors, or Teachers.
As a Behaviour Support Assistant, you will:
- Provide 1:1 and small group support to students with behavioural and additional needs.
- Help students develop emotional regulation, confidence, independence, and positive coping strategies.
- Support students who may experience challenging behaviour, anxiety, emotional difficulties, or difficulties with self-regulation.
- Build strong, positive relationships with students and provide consistent encouragement and reassurance.
- Work closely with teachers and pastoral staff to promote a calm, positive, and inclusive learning environment.
We're looking for a Behaviour Support Assistant who is:
- Compassionate, patient, and resilient.
- Calm and confident when supporting young people experiencing behavioural or emotional difficulties.
- A confident communicator with a genuine passion for working with children and young people.
- Able to build strong and trusting relationships with students and colleagues.
- Reliable, proactive, and willing to learn.
Job Details
- Location: Reading
- Setting: Secondary SEN School
- Start Date: ASAP
- Pay: £93-£110 per day
- Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am-3:30pm
- Contract: Full-time
Apply today and begin your journey as a Behaviour Support Assistant in Reading!
Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy.
