Behaviour Support Assistant

Job Introduction

Job Start Date:         February 2026   

Contract/Hours:      Permanent, Part-time

Salary Details:          Grade C/D Depending on Experience £18,924 - £22,964 (£25,186 - £30,564 FTE) 

Hours of Work:        32.5 hours per week - 08.30 – 15.30 Mon-Fri, Term Time Only (30 minute lunchbreak)

Closing Date:            Tuesday 10 February 2026, Midday

Job/Person Summary

We are seeking an exceptionally motivated and dedicated individual to join our Pastoral Team in the role of Behaviour Support Assistant. The primary purpose of this role is to support the Student Inclusion Unit (SIU) Supervisor with the day to day running of the SIU. Key responsibilities include overseeing students taking part in online learning activities, ensuring timely assignment and completion of tasks, facilitating reparation work, and helping students build resilience to prevent repeat poor behaviour.   The role also includes offering support in addressing a range of student concerns, such as behaviour, uniform compliance, emotional well-being, and safeguarding.  

We are looking for someone who can work sensitively and effectively with vulnerable young people, has prior experience working with children or young people, and possesses a strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a balanced blend of empathy and firmness, remain composed in challenging situations, show personal resilience, and work collaboratively as part of our dedicated Pastoral Team.  As part of our commitment to providing strong, relatable role models for all students, we especially welcome applicants who can offer a strong positive role model presence for our students, contributing to a diverse and supportive pastoral environment.

In return we offer a strong commitment to professional development and progression for all staff.

Crookhorn is a vibrant college, offering a rewarding role within a forward looking environment, with innovative community developments and collaborations. The successful candidate will join an enterprising, highly skilled and motivated team of teaching and support staff.

The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks

Further details and an application form are available via our website: www.crookhorn.hants.sch.uk or email: recruitment@crookhorn.hants.sch.uk. For an informal discussion please contact Vicky Atkins, Behaviour Support Manager on 02392 251120 Ext. 201 or email: vicky.atkins@crookhorn.hants.sch.uk.  Please send completed applications to recruitment@crookhorn.hants.sch.uk 

The advert may close prior to the stated date and interviews will take place as soon as a suitable field of candidates is obtained, therefore, early submission of applications is recommended.

Safer Recruitment

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.