Behaviour Support Assistant

Behaviour Support Assistant

About the Role:

We are looking for a dependable, proactive and resilient individual to join our team as a Teaching Assistant in a Special Educational Needs (SEN) school.

This is a practical, active role suited to someone who is confident, steady under pressure, and ready to get stuck in to support young people in a meaningful way.

You will work closely with students with a range of additional needs, supporting them throughout the school day both in and out of the classroom. The role calls for patience, consistency, and a calm, firm approach.

Key Responsibilities

Supporting students with learning, behaviour, and day-to-day routines

Assisting the class teacher with lessons and structured activities

Working one-to-one or with small groups to reinforce learning

Managing challenging behaviour with confidence and consistency

Supporting students during break times, transitions, and off-site activities

Assisting with personal care, including toileting and hygiene needsWho We're Looking For:

The ideal candidate will:

Be reliable, punctual, and able to work as part of a team

Have a calm, confident, and approachable manner

Be physically active and comfortable in a hands-on role

Be willing to support students with personal care needs

Communicate clearly and build strong, respectful relationships

Be adaptable, practical, and ready to take initiative

Experience working with children or young people is helpful, but not essentialWhat We Offer:

A strong, supportive team environment

Ongoing training and development

A varied, active role where every day is different

The opportunity to make a real impact on students' livesIf you're someone who takes pride in being reliable, practical, and making a difference where it counts, we encourage you to apply.

Reeson Education:

Reeson Education is England's Premier Recruitment Agency. Established in 2006 by experienced teachers, education professionals and recruitment specialists, we have built our business and reputation on the cores values of honesty, integrity and excellence.

We care about education and the provision of education and have established an excellent reputation with schools and teachers alike.

At Reeson Education we work closely with a large network of Nurseries, Primary Schools, Secondary Schools and Colleges across England. Our client base provides us with an abundance of available daily supply, long term and permanent opportunities across all age groups in all areas of London.

Reeson Education is an Equal Opportunities employer and is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding and the promotion of the welfare of children, young people and adults and expects all staff to share this commitment.

Please note, where a salary or daily rate range is stated, the higher rate applies to candidates who meet the enhanced experience, training or qualification

requirements specified within the advert. All daily/hourly rates quoted are inclusive of holiday pay at 12.07