Behaviour Support Assistant
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Behaviour Support / Pastoral Support Assistant – Whetstone (Barnet)
£13.00 – £16.90 per hour | Term-time only
ASAP start | 8:30am – 3:30pm
Are you passionate about supporting young people with behavioural, emotional, or social needs? We are recruiting a Behaviour Support / Pastoral Support Assistant to work in a school environment in Whetstone (Barnet), supporting pupils who need additional guidance to thrive in the classroom.
This role is ideal for candidates with backgrounds in youth work, care, mentoring, behaviour support, or psychology, or anyone looking to build a long-term career in education or pastoral support.
The Role
- Supporting pupils with behavioural, emotional, and social needs
- Working 1:1 or in small groups
- Helping pupils with emotional regulation and positive behaviour strategies
- Supporting engagement and inclusion within the classroom
- Working closely with teachers, pastoral teams, and SEN staff
- Acting as a consistent, calm, and positive role model throughout the school day
Ideal for Candidates With Experience As:
- Behaviour Support Assistant
- Pastoral or Learning Mentor
- Youth Worker
- Care Worker / Support Worker
- Mental Health Support Worker
- Psychology, Criminology, or Education Graduate
- Sports Coach or Ex-Military (behaviour-focused roles)
No previous school experience required – training and ongoing support provided.
What We’re Looking For
- Calm, resilient, and empathetic approach
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills
- Confidence supporting pupils with challenging behaviour
- Genuine interest in pupil wellbeing and development
- Enhanced DBS (or willingness to apply)
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