Behaviour Support Worker - SEMH and Autism School

Salary/Rate:£475 - £500 PAYE per week

Job type:Contract

Town/City:Richmond

County:South West London

Type of Role:Teaching Assistant/Learning Support Assistant

Job ref:10068

Post Date:16.07.25

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Meet Our Recruiter

Heeji Moon

London Team Manager

0203 011 4848

heeji@psinclusion.co.uk

About the Role

Are you the steady presence a young person needs to feel safe and seen in school?

This isn’t a traditional teaching assistant job, and that’s the point. You’ll be working in a therapeutic, trauma-informed setting that supports pupils aged 9 to 16 who’ve struggled in mainstream education due to Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, Autism, ADHD, and complex backgrounds.

We’re supporting a brilliant, forward-thinking specialist school in Richmond, and we’re looking for Behaviour Support Workers who live in or around Kingston and are ready to make a real difference.

What does a Behaviour Support Worker do?

Support pupils both in and out of the classroom with emotional regulation and behaviour
Help create a safe, low-arousal, predictable environment for learning
Use a calm, relational approach to de-escalate and manage challenging behaviour
Work as part of a multidisciplinary team including therapists, behaviour specialists, and pastoral staff
Build meaningful, professional relationships with young people who may not trust easily

What kind of person thrives in this role?

Someone who’s worked with young people with additional needs, mental health difficulties, or trauma
Someone who sees behaviour as communication, not defiance
Someone who can stay grounded when others are struggling
Someone who brings patience, empathy, and emotional resilience to the day-to-day
Someone considering a long-term career in education, psychology, therapy or youth support

Whether you’ve worked in schools, youth services, mental health support, care, or something similar, if you’re calm, consistent, and want to make a difference, this could be the role for you.

Why join this setting?

Trauma-informed, therapeutic school culture
Supportive team with regular CPD and debriefs
Excellent training in safeguarding, behaviour strategies, and emotional wellbeing
Genuine career development pathways in an expanding provision
A warm, child-first environment where relationships come first

At Parker Smith Inclusion, we specialise exclusively in SEND recruitment. Our reputation is built on integrity and expertise. With over 350 five-star Google reviews, we are committed to finding the right leadership opportunities for exceptional educators.

Benefits of PS Inclusion supporting you in your Behaviour Support Worker role search:

Tailored School Matches: We carefully match you with schools that align with your experience and career aspirations.
Exclusive Opportunities: Many of our roles are exclusive to Parker Smith Inclusion. That’s how much our schools trust our service and knowledge.
Expert Knowledge: Our strong relationships with schools and trusts mean we can provide valuable insight into the school’s history, leadership structure, and culture.
Transparent Pay Structure: All long-term roles are PAYE only, with no hidden umbrella costs. Your salary is matched from the beginning of your contract.
Comprehensive Interview Support: We offer detailed interview preparation, increasing your chances of success.
Specialist Settings: Opportunities in schools supporting children and young people with SEMH, EBSA, PMLD, SLD, ASC, Complex Needs, and MLD.

Apply now or contact Heeji Moon at Parker Smith Inclusion to learn more about this Behaviour Support Worker opportunity in Richmond.

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