£70 per day | 9:00am - 1:30pm | Free CPD-accredited training provided | ASAP Start | Based in Gainsborough
Do you have experience supporting children with challenging behaviour?
Are you calm, patient and resilient when working with children who have experienced trauma and significant life challenges?
Aspira Education are recruiting a dedicated and compassionate SEN Behaviour Support Assistant to support a Reception-aged child on a long-term basis within a primary school in Gainsborough.
This role involves supporting a young child who is currently experiencing significant emotional and behavioural challenges following a highly dysregulated early background. The child is a looked after child and requires consistent, nurturing support from an adult who can remain calm, caring and professional during difficult moments.
This is a highly rewarding opportunity for someone who genuinely wants to make a difference in a child's life and educational journey.
Hours
Monday - Friday | 9:00am - 1:30pm
About the Role
As an SEN Behaviour Support Assistant, you will:
- Support a Reception-aged child within a specialist Learning Support Hub.
- Help the child engage positively in learning and daily school activities.
- Provide consistent emotional support and reassurance throughout the school day.
- Support the child during periods of dysregulation and heightened anxiety.
- Use positive behaviour strategies to promote safety and engagement.
- Work alongside an experienced teacher and two other SEN Behaviour Support Assistants.
- Build a trusting and secure relationship with the child over time.
- Promote emotional regulation, communication and social development.
- Contribute towards creating a safe, nurturing and structured learning environment.
No two days will be the same, so resilience, patience and flexibility are essential.
About the School
This role is based within a welcoming and inclusive primary school in Gainsborough that is committed to supporting pupils with additional needs through early intervention, nurture-based approaches and personalised support.
The school places a strong emphasis on safeguarding, emotional wellbeing and ensuring every child has the opportunity to succeed regardless of their starting point.
Staff work collaboratively to create a supportive environment where pupils feel safe, valued and understood.
What We're Looking For
We welcome applicants from backgrounds such as:
- SEN Support
- Behaviour Support
- Youth Work
- Residential Childcare
- Children's Care Services
- Family Support
- Early Years Support
- Teaching Assistant Roles
You don't need formal teaching qualifications, but you must:
✔ Have experience supporting children with challenging behaviour
✔ Be calm and confident under pressure
✔ Be resilient and emotionally mature
✔ Be nurturing and compassionate
✔ Be able to maintain clear and consistent boundaries
✔ Be patient and understanding
✔ Be able to build positive relationships with vulnerable children
This role would not suit someone who is easily phased by challenging behaviour.
All Applicants Must Have
- Right to work in the UK
- Enhanced DBS certificate (or willingness to obtain one)
- Two recent references
- Willingness to complete safeguarding training with Aspira Education
- Ability to start ASAP
What You'll Get
- £70 per day
- Weekly pay
- Free CPD-accredited training via Aspira Training Academy
- Ongoing support from an experienced education recruitment team
- Long-term placement until the end of the academic year
- Opportunity to return in September for the following academic year
- The chance to make a genuine difference to a vulnerable child's future
Safeguarding Commitment
Aspira Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
All candidates must be willing to undergo safeguarding and background checks, including an Enhanced DBS check.
Apply Now
To apply or ask any questions, email [email protected] with your CV.
We aim to respond within 24 hours. Please include the job reference when applying.
Pay: £70.00 per day
Benefits:
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Application question(s):
- Can you start asap and commit to this role 9am - 1.30pm on a long-term basis? YES/NO
Licence/Certification:
- fully enhanced child DBS (Within 12 months) (required)
Location:
- Gainsborough, Lincolnshire (required)
Work Location: On the road
