Connex - Bristol
Behaviour Support Assistant
Location: Yeovil
Rate of Pay: £93–£115 per day
Start Date: From September – Ongoing
About the Role
Are you an experienced and caring Behaviour Support professional who enjoys helping children overcome challenges and reach their potential? Connex Education is seeking enthusiastic individuals to support pupils across primary schools in Yeovil.
We can offer a variety of opportunities, from flexible day-to-day supply work to longer-term placements, making this a great option whether you’re looking to build your school-based experience or find work that fits around your existing commitments.
You’ll work closely with teachers and school staff to provide pupils with the support they need to manage their behaviour, develop confidence, and engage positively with their education. If you’re patient, understanding, and passionate about making a difference, we’d love to hear from you.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide tailored support to pupils with behavioural, emotional, and social needs.
- Work closely with class teachers and pastoral teams to encourage positive behaviour and engagement.
- Deliver one-to-one and small group support where appropriate.
- Develop positive, respectful relationships with pupils and act as a consistent source of support.
- Encourage pupils to develop appropriate strategies for managing emotions and behaviour.
- Promote a welcoming, safe, and inclusive classroom environment.
- Respond confidently to different pupil needs and school routines.
Why Join Connex Education?
- Competitive rates of pay.
- Weekly PAYE pay – no umbrella companies.
- Free access to our Classroom Teacher Toolkit, including over 70 professional development courses.
- Wellbeing programme and refresher training for today’s classroom.
- Flexible opportunities to suit your lifestyle and career goals.
- Dedicated support with CVs, applications, and interviews.
Job Requirements
- Previous experience supporting children with behavioural or additional needs is desirable.
- Experience within a primary school or similar educational environment is beneficial.
- A genuine commitment to supporting children’s personal, social, and educational development.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- The ability to establish positive and professional relationships with pupils and school staff.
- A calm, patient, reliable, and adaptable approach.
- Commitment to equality, inclusion, and diversity.
- A clear understanding of safeguarding and child protection responsibilities.
Ready to Get Started?
If you’re looking for rewarding and flexible Behaviour Support opportunities across primary schools in Yeovil, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply today to discover the roles available and take the next step in your education career.
To find out more, contact the Bristol office on 0117 486 5001 or email [email protected].
Connex Education Partnership is committed to equal opportunities and values cultural and religious diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, gender, sexual orientation, race, ethnic origin, religion, culture, marital status, or disability, and all applicants are assessed solely on merit.
Connex Education Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and candidates to share this commitment. We adhere to Safer Recruitment practices in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), Working Together to Safeguard Children 2023, and other relevant legislation. All appointments are subject to rigorous pre-employment checks, including references and an enhanced DBS check.