Support Assistant

We are currently recruiting Behaviour Support Assistants to work across both SEN and mainstream schools in Blackpool. This is a rewarding opportunity to positively impact the lives of children and young people by providing behaviour and emotional support in a classroom setting.

The Role

• Location: Blackpool
• Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 3:30pm
• School Settings: SEN and Mainstream
• Start Date: September

As a Behaviour Support Assistant, you will:

• Support pupils with social, emotional, and behavioural needs.
• Build positive, trusting relationships with students.
• Promote positive behaviour and encourage engagement in learning.
• Work closely with teachers and pastoral teams to implement behaviour support strategies.
• Provide one-to-one and small group support where required.
• Help create a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment.

We're Looking For

We welcome applications from candidates who:

• Have experience working with children or young people, particularly those with additional needs or challenging behaviour.
• Are calm, patient, and resilient under pressure.
• Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Can build positive relationships and act as a positive role model.
• Are passionate about making a real difference in education.

Experience in education, youth work, care, coaching, mentoring, or support work is highly desirable, but we also welcome applicants with transferable skills and the right attitude.
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR SPENCER CLARKE GROUP
All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy.

• Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained.
• You must have legal right to work in the UK.
• You must be willing to attend a registration interview.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.