Behaviour Support Assistant | Be the Positive Influence They Need

ReedPlymouthreedpublished 10/05/2026

About the company

REED Education are recruiting a Behaviour Support Assistant to work with pupils who require additional emotional and behavioural support in a specialist educational setting.

If you're looking for a career that offers challenge, purpose, and the opportunity to genuinely change lives, we'd love to hear from you.

Your tasks

  • Supporting pupils with SEMH needs.
  • Promoting positive behaviour strategies.
  • Helping students regulate emotions and manage challenges.
  • Building trusting and meaningful relationships.
  • Encouraging engagement, attendance, and participation.

Requirements

This role is ideal for someone who understands that behaviour is often a form of communication and who is committed to helping young people overcome barriers to learning.

We'd Love To Hear From You If You Have Experience In:

  • Youth Work
  • Residential Care
  • Support Work
  • Sports Coaching
  • Teaching Assistance
  • Mentoring

Other

Plymouth | £95-£100 per day | Full-Time and Immediate Start

This role cannot support overseas sponsorship.