Behaviour Support Assistant
| Posting date: | 02 December 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £95 to £115 per day |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 30 December 2025 |
| Location: | Richmond upon Thames, London |
| Company: | senploy |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | 196196 |
Summary
Behaviour Support Assistant
Location: Richmond, South West London
Pay: £95 - £115 per day
Contract Type: Long-term / Contract (with view to permanent)
Hours: Full-time, Monday - Friday.
Start Date: January
Commutable from: Twickenham, Teddington, Kew, Barnes, Mortlake, East Sheen, Kingston upon Thames, Hounslow, Isleworth, Brentford (approx. 30 mins public transport / 45 mins driving).
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a dedicated Behaviour Support Assistant to join a welcoming Primary School located in Richmond. This school fosters a culture of structure and positive behaviour management, creating an excellent workplace for a committed professional.
The position, starting in January, is offered on a long-term basis with a view to becoming permanent. You will work closely with all teaching staff to cultivate a positive, inclusive, and focused learning environment for every child.
The school is easily accessible from surrounding areas in South West London and Surrey.
What to expect:
- A long-term position with strong potential for permanent employment.
- Competitive daily pay rate.
- Access to free CPD opportunities, including courses on topics like Autism Awareness.
- Support and guidance from a knowledgeable, dedicated consultant throughout your placement.
- Trial days arranged instead of traditional interviews to ensure the role is the right fit.
- A secure and fulfilling placement within a nurturing school environment.
Your responsibilities:
- Provide targeted one-to-one and small group support to identified pupils.
- Implement pro-active and successful strategies to assist children with emotional self-regulation.
- Cultivate robust, professional, and respectful relationships with students.
- Utilise de-escalation techniques effectively and maintain a calm approach during challenging incidents.
- Contribute meaningfully to pupils' development by nurturing their social, emotional, and behavioural skills.
About you:
- Proven experience in supporting children's behaviour within an educational or school setting.
- A comprehensive understanding of different behaviour management and support methodologies.
- The critical skill of remaining composed and stable in demanding situations.
- Able to build strong rapport and make a significant impact on pupil engagement.
- Must hold an enhanced DBS check or be willing to submit an application immediately.
Working with Us:
- January start and the chance to support a fantastic local primary school.
- Competitive daily pay rate.
- Gain valuable experience specialising in behaviour support within the education sector.
How to Apply:
If you are an exceptional, compassionate individual who meets the essential criteria:
- Submit your current CV for an immediate review.
- Successfully complete all mandatory background and compliance checks (right to work, DBS, references, etc).
- Participate in a brief video onboarding interview focusing on safeguarding scenarios.
- Attend a trial day to meet the school team.
- Be ready to start in January!
Location: Richmond, South West London
Pay: £95 - £115 per day
Contract Type: Long-term / Contract (with view to permanent)
Hours: Full-time, Monday - Friday.
Start Date: January
Commutable from: Twickenham, Teddington, Kew, Barnes, Mortlake, East Sheen, Kingston upon Thames, Hounslow, Isleworth, Brentford (approx. 30 mins public transport / 45 mins driving).
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a dedicated Behaviour Support Assistant to join a welcoming Primary School located in Richmond. This school fosters a culture of structure and positive behaviour management, creating an excellent workplace for a committed professional.
The position, starting in January, is offered on a long-term basis with a view to becoming permanent. You will work closely with all teaching staff to cultivate a positive, inclusive, and focused learning environment for every child.
The school is easily accessible from surrounding areas in South West London and Surrey.
What to expect:
- A long-term position with strong potential for permanent employment.
- Competitive daily pay rate.
- Access to free CPD opportunities, including courses on topics like Autism Awareness.
- Support and guidance from a knowledgeable, dedicated consultant throughout your placement.
- Trial days arranged instead of traditional interviews to ensure the role is the right fit.
- A secure and fulfilling placement within a nurturing school environment.
Your responsibilities:
- Provide targeted one-to-one and small group support to identified pupils.
- Implement pro-active and successful strategies to assist children with emotional self-regulation.
- Cultivate robust, professional, and respectful relationships with students.
- Utilise de-escalation techniques effectively and maintain a calm approach during challenging incidents.
- Contribute meaningfully to pupils' development by nurturing their social, emotional, and behavioural skills.
About you:
- Proven experience in supporting children's behaviour within an educational or school setting.
- A comprehensive understanding of different behaviour management and support methodologies.
- The critical skill of remaining composed and stable in demanding situations.
- Able to build strong rapport and make a significant impact on pupil engagement.
- Must hold an enhanced DBS check or be willing to submit an application immediately.
Working with Us:
- January start and the chance to support a fantastic local primary school.
- Competitive daily pay rate.
- Gain valuable experience specialising in behaviour support within the education sector.
How to Apply:
If you are an exceptional, compassionate individual who meets the essential criteria:
- Submit your current CV for an immediate review.
- Successfully complete all mandatory background and compliance checks (right to work, DBS, references, etc).
- Participate in a brief video onboarding interview focusing on safeguarding scenarios.
- Attend a trial day to meet the school team.
- Be ready to start in January!