Behaviour Support Assistant – Burgess Hill
Start: ASAP | Full-Time
Day Rate: £89–£100 per day

We are seeking a calm, resilient and supportive Behaviour Support Assistant to join a specialist school in Burgess Hill. This role is ideal for someone with experience supporting children or young people with SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health) needs and challenging behaviours.

As a Behaviour Support Assistant, you will work closely with students who require additional emotional and behavioural support to help them regulate, re-engage with learning, and build trust and stability. You’ll play an essential role in creating a safe, consistent and positive learning environment.

What We’re Looking For:

Experience working with SEMH needs or behaviour support
A calm, patient and trauma-informed approach
Strong de-escalation and relationship-building skills
Ability to remain consistent, supportive and reliable
Passion for helping young people overcome barriers to learning

What the Role Offers:

Competitive daily rate of £89–£100
A full-time, long-term position in a supportive Burgess Hill school
Ongoing training and professional development
Valuable experience for careers in psychology, behaviour support, youth work, SEN teaching, or social care

How to Apply:
If you are committed, enthusiastic, and ready to make a positive impact, we encourage you to apply.

Important Notice

To apply for this position, you must have the right to work in the UK or hold a valid work visa. At Pink Tile Education, safeguarding, quality and integrity are at the heart of what we do. We’re committed to protecting the welfare of children and young people, and all applicants must:

• Provide references for pre-employment checks;
• Hold a Children’s (or Children’s and Adults) Workforce Enhanced DBS on the update service, or be willing to obtain one.

Pay is inclusive of 12.07% PAYE holiday pay. We aim to respond to all applications within three working days. If you haven’t heard from us, please check your emails and missed calls. Unfortunately, due to volume, we may not be able to respond individually if your application is unsuccessful.