Behaviour Support Assistant

Permanent full-time job recruited via Veritas (London, UK)
Job Reference BSWBradford_1773136803
Closing date April 9, 2026
Location Bradford, United Kingdom
Type Full-Time
Status Permanent
Contact Roscoe Price Moor
+64 273124286
rpricemoor@veritas-education.com

About this job

SEMH Teaching Assistant - Behaviour Provisions Location: Bradford / West Yorkshire Start Date: As soon as possible Contract: Long-term, full-time Agency: Veritas Education

Veritas Education are working in partnership with specialist behaviour provisions across West Yorkshire, and we are looking to appoint an SEMH Teaching Assistant to join one of our partner schools on a long‑term basis, starting immediately.

This role is ideal for someone with experience supporting young people who present Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, challenging behaviour, or additional learning needs. You will be working closely with teachers, pastoral teams, and behaviour leads to help pupils re-engage with learning and develop positive relationships within school.

Role Responsibilities

  • Supporting pupils with SEMH needs on a 1:1 and small‑group basis
  • Helping manage challenging behaviour in a calm, consistent manner
  • Building positive, trusting relationships with pupils
  • Assisting with classroom routines, learning activities, and intervention sessions
  • Working with the SENCO and behaviour leads to implement personalised support plans
  • Promoting emotional regulation, resilience, and positive behaviours
  • Ensuring a safe, supportive environment for all students

    • What We're Looking For

  • Experience working with SEMH, behaviour, youth work, or similar roles
  • A patient, resilient, and supportive approach
  • Strong behaviour management skills
  • Ability to remain calm under pressure
  • A genuine passion for supporting young people
  • Enhanced DBS certificate on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)

    • What We Offer

  • Long‑term placement with the potential to progress
  • Competitive daily rates paid weekly
  • Ongoing support from your dedicated consultant
  • CPD opportunities through Veritas Education

    • If you are passionate about supporting young people and want to make a real difference in a specialist provision, we would love to hear from you.

    To apply, please contact Sam Waddington at Veritas Education or send your CV today.

    APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION

  • 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

    • Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

    Disclaimer

    'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'

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