Location: Taunton, Somerset
Job Title: Behaviour Support Assistant
Start Date: ASAP
Salary: Dependent on experience
Contract Type: Full-time, long-term temporary

About the School

A supportive secondary school in Taunton is seeking a Behaviour Support Assistant to help promote positive behaviour, pupil engagement and a safe learning environment. The school is looking for someone calm, consistent and confident in supporting pupils who may need additional guidance with behaviour and emotional regulation.

About the Role

Working alongside pastoral staff and senior leaders, you will support pupils in following school expectations and engaging positively with the school day.

Key responsibilities include:

• Supporting pupils who require additional behavioural guidance.

• Reinforcing school routines, expectations and behaviour policies.

• Helping pupils manage difficult situations and return to learning.

• Recording incidents and communicating concerns to relevant staff.

• Supporting restorative conversations and agreed behaviour strategies.

• Working with pastoral teams to monitor progress and maintain consistent support.

The Ideal Candidate

• Previous experience in a school, pastoral or behaviour support setting.

• Experience supporting secondary-age pupils is desirable.

• A calm, patient and consistent approach.

• Strong communication skills and confidence managing challenging situations.

• An understanding of safeguarding, professional boundaries and confidentiality.

An enhanced DBS check will be required in line with the role.

How to Apply

If you have experience supporting young people and are interested in making a positive contribution to a school community, please send your CV.