Behaviour Support Assistant
Birmingham
Full time
£27,300 - £32,500 per annum
Vacancy ID
3cb3afbb-d592-497d-ab5b-9438bad0a93e
Job Description
Working within a school environment, staff in this position support daily routines and pupil needs. Collaboration with school staff is central to ensuring pupils are supported, expectations are clear, and safeguarding standards are upheld. Reliability, adaptability, and professionalism are essential.
Supports daily school routines and operations.
Works collaboratively with staff and pupils.
Maintains professional and safeguarding standards.
Adapts to the needs of the school environment.
Desired Experience + Qualifications
Experience working with children displaying challenging behaviour or SEND
Skilled in de-escalation, active listening, and relationship building
Emotionally resilient with a calm, solution-focused attitude
A passion for supporting young people’s emotional and academic growth
About the School
This North Birmingham primary school, rated Good by Ofsted, is a vibrant and supportive environment built on mutual respect and care. Staff describe the culture as restorative, not reactive — focused on helping pupils learn from mistakes and develop lifelong coping skills. The leadership team has introduced innovative pastoral programmes, including mindfulness sessions and pupil mentoring groups. Classrooms are warm and inclusive, filled with displays celebrating kindness, effort, and creativity. Staff receive ongoing training in emotional literacy and trauma-informed education, ensuring consistency in support across the school. With strong community partnerships and a family feel, it’s the ideal setting for professionals who believe in empowerment through empathy and action.