Education and Behaviour Support Assistant
| Job title: | Education and Behaviour Support Assistant |
| Contract type: | Permanent |
| Location: | Northampton |
| Industry: | SEN |
| Salary: | £85 - £100 per day |
| Reference: | EDBEHAVSEP25_1751351381 |
| Contact name: | Aspire People Limited |
| Contact email: | Alex@aspirepeople.co.uk |
Job description
Job Title: Educational and Behaviour Support AssistantLocation: Northampton
Contract Type: Full-time
Salary: £85 - £100 per day
Start Date: September 2025
Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of young people? Do you have the patience, resilience, and empathy needed to support students with additional educational and behavioural needs?
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Educational and Behaviour Support Assistant to join an inclusive and supportive team located in Northampton.
About the Role:
As an Educational and Behaviour Support Assistant, you will work closely with teachers, SENCOs, and pastoral staff to support children and young people with behavioural and emotional needs, learning difficulties, or disabilities. Your role will be vital in helping students access learning, develop positive relationships, and reach their full potential.
Key Responsibilities:
* Provide one-to-one or small group support to students, both in and out of the classroom
* Assist with the implementation of behaviour management strategies and support plans
* Help students develop social, emotional, and communication skills
* Support teachers in planning and delivering differentiated learning activities
* Monitor and report on student progress and behaviour
* Foster a safe, positive, and inclusive environment for all pupils
We Are Looking For Someone Who:
* Has experience working with children or young people, particularly those with SEND or behavioural needs (desirable but not essential)
* Is patient, calm, and emotionally resilient
* Has strong interpersonal and communication skills
* Is a team player, with a flexible and proactive approach
* Holds a relevant qualification (e.g., CACHE, NVQ, or similar) or is willing to undergo training
* Team Teach Trained would be beneficial but not essential
Who are Aspire People?
Aspire People is the UK's fastest growing education recruitment agency and we specialise in providing teaching and support staff to schools across the Midlands and surrounding regions. We focus on delivering high-quality service to all candidates and clients, working closely with primary, secondary, and SEN schools to match them with qualified professionals, including teachers, teaching assistants, and administrative staff. We are fully commitment to safeguarding and have built a strong reputation for reliability, expertise, and a people-first approach in the education sector.
Why join Aspire People?
* Dedicated consultant who will support you every step of the way
* Opportunities to gain experience across a range of local settings
* Contracts to suit you! We specialise in permanent, long-term, short-term, and day-to-day roles.
* Competitive pay with multiple payment options
* Refer a friend scheme which can earn £100-£250 per person
* Access to free CPD and training opportunities
Next Steps
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Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.
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