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Behaviour Support Assistant – SEND / SEMH School

Location: Leeds (accessible from Wakefield, Bradford, Dewsbury & surrounding areas)
Salary: £101.40 – £120 per day
Job Type: Full-time
Hours: 8:30am – 3:30pm
Start Date: January

Are you a passionate, dedicated professional ready to support children and young people with Autism, SEMH, ADHD, and complex learning needs? A specialist SEND school in Leeds is looking for a skilled Behaviour Support Assistant to make a genuine impact on pupils aged 5–16.

This is a fantastic opportunity for individuals with experience in:

SEN schools or classrooms

Youth work or residential care

Social care or support work

Graduates in Psychology, Criminology, Sociology, Education, or related fields

If you’re looking to develop your career in SEND education, behaviour support, or pastoral care, this is the perfect role.

What You’ll Be Doing

Delivering 1:1 and small group behaviour support tailored to individual pupils

Implementing positive behaviour strategies, de-escalation techniques, and emotional regulation tools

Supporting pupils with Autism, SEMH, ADHD, and communication difficulties to engage in learning

Collaborating with teachers, SENCOs, therapists, and pastoral staff to achieve EHCP outcomes

Promoting independence, social skills, resilience, and confidence

Monitoring, recording, and reporting on pupil progress and behaviour interventions

Helping maintain a safe, structured, and nurturing learning environment

What We’re Looking For

Proven experience supporting children or young people with SEND or SEMH

Knowledge of behaviour management strategies and positive intervention techniques

Calm, empathetic, and resilient approach under pressure

Excellent communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills

Full-time commitment during term-time (Monday–Friday)

Why You’ll Love This Role

Competitive daily pay: £101.40 – £120 per day

Long-term, full-time position in a supportive and experienced SEND team

Opportunities for training, CPD, and career progression

Make a real, lasting impact on the lives of children and young people

Work in a well-resourced, structured, and nurturing environment

Experience that enhances your CV for teaching, educational psychology, or youth work

Ideal Backgrounds

SEN Learning Support Assistants / Teaching Assistants

Youth Workers, Behaviour Mentors, or Social Care Professionals

Psychology, Criminology, or Education Graduates

Residential care or support workers with experience managing challenging behaviours

How to Apply

If you’re ready to take the next step in your SEND career and make a difference in a specialist Leeds school, apply today!

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