Behaviour Support Assistant - Secondary School - BradfordAre you confident, resilient, and passionate about supporting young people? Do you have experience working with challenging behaviour or students with social, emotional and mental health needs (SEMH)?Academics, a leading education recruitment agency, is working in partnership with a forward-thinking secondary school in Bradford, looking to appoint a dedicated Behaviour Support Assistant to join their team from September 2025.The Role:As a Behaviour Support Assistant, you will:Support students aged 11-16 on a 1:1 basis and in small groupsHelp manage and de-escalate challenging behavioursPromote positive behaviour strategies and emotional regulation techniquesWork collaboratively with the SENCo, pastoral staff, and teaching staffBuild strong, trusting relationships to positively influence behaviour and learningContribute to a safe, respectful, and inclusive learning environmentWhat We''re Looking For:Experience working with young people, particularly those with behavioural or SEMH needs (school, youth work, PRU, or residential care background desirable)A calm, firm, and supportive approach to behaviour managementStrong interpersonal skills and the ability to defuse conflictA genuine passion for helping students overcome barriers to learningTeam Teach or similar training is desirable, but not essential (training can be provided)Why Join Academics?Local, specialist consultants who understand your needs and match you with ..... full job details .....