Behaviour Support Assistant (DG-BSAWorthing)

Overview

Reference
DG-BSAWorthing

Salary
£89.05 - £110/day

Job Location
- United Kingdom -- England -- South East England -- West Sussex -- Worthing

Job Type
Temporary

Posted
05 March 2026

Closing date
30 Jun 2026 22:59


Behaviour Support Assistants – Primary & Secondary

Location: Worthing & Surrounding Areas

Contract: Full-Time / Part-Time – Flexible Start Dates

Daily Rate: £89.05 – £110

Hours: School hours (typically 08:30–15:30)

Make a Difference Every Day

If you’re calm, patient and passionate about helping young people overcome barriers to learning, this role offers the chance to make a real impact. As a Behaviour Support Assistant, you’ll work closely with pupils who need additional guidance, helping them feel safe, regulated and confident in the classroom.

We’re looking for dedicated, reliable Behaviour Support Assistants to join our team in Worthing and the surrounding areas. Whether you’re seeking full‑time work or prefer flexible, day‑to‑day placements, we’ll match you with schools where your support truly matters.

What You’ll Be Doing

  • Supporting pupils with behavioural, emotional and social needs

  • Providing one‑to‑one or small‑group support to help pupils stay focused and engaged

  • Using de‑escalation and positive behaviour strategies to promote a calm learning environment

  • Assisting teachers with classroom routines and personalised support plans

  • Helping pupils develop confidence, resilience and positive coping strategies

  • Working closely with teachers, SENCOs and pastoral teams to support pupil wellbeing and progress

What We’re Looking For

  • Experience working with children or young people (behaviour or SEN experience is a bonus)

  • A calm, patient and adaptable approach

  • Confidence supporting pupils who may be dysregulated, anxious or struggling emotionally

  • Strong communication and teamwork skills

  • Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)

Why Join Supply Desk?

  • Flexible work that fits around your life

  • Access to specialist behaviour and SEN‑focused CPD

  • Supportive consultants who genuinely care about your success

  • Earn up to £150 with our Refer‑a‑Friend scheme

To apply, please visit www.supplydesk.co.uk or click the ‘Apply Now’ button. For more information, contact Daniel Grimes on 01273 609 993.   

Refer a friend: Receive up to £100 for successfully referring someone you think may be suitable for the role – subject to them being successful. 

Supply Desk is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS, including a children’s barred list check and, where applicable, a vulnerable adults barred list check, is required for all successful candidates. 

To be considered for the role and the rates advertised, you must meet the minimum experience, training or qualifications stated and have the legal right to work in the UK. To be considered for a higher rate, in addition to meeting the minimum criteria, you must be able to demonstrate additional experience, training, and if applicable, qualifications. This role complies with AWR (2010) regulations protecting agency workers’ rights. Please note that this job expires after 90 days-you can, however, still apply to be considered for similar roles. 


Contact information

Lilia Erskine

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