Behaviour Support Assistant
Birmingham
Full time
£27,300 – £31,200 per annum
Vacancy ID
13ba758e-332d-4479-a902-34adb90e5035
Job Description
Supporting the day-to-day running of the school, this position contributes to a safe and structured environment. 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 SEND or SEMH pupils
Strong interpersonal and de-escalation skills
A patient, nurturing approach to supporting behaviour
Adaptability and resilience in a dynamic school environment
About the School
This Good Ofsted-rated SEND school in Birmingham provides a structured, therapeutic environment for pupils with social, emotional, and mental health needs. Its approach blends academic learning with emotional support, ensuring every pupil has the chance to develop self-confidence and independence. Staff describe the culture as collaborative and deeply caring — no one works in isolation. The school’s leadership team invests heavily in training and staff wellbeing, recognising that the best pupil outcomes come from a supported and motivated workforce. Class sizes are small, support is strong, and there’s a genuine sense of pride in helping pupils reach personal milestones that truly matter.