Behaviour Support Teaching Assistant
Location: Plymouth, Pay: £14.61 per hour, Start date: ASAP
Reed Education is working in partnership with a primary school in Plymouth to recruit an experienced Behaviour Support Teaching Assistant for a September start.
This is a rewarding opportunity for a confident Teaching Assistant who thrives in a dynamic classroom environment and can provide consistent, adaptable support to pupils with behavioural needs.
About the role
You will be primarily supporting two pupils within a mainstream primary classroom. One pupil can present with fluctuating engagement, including refusal to follow instructions and sudden changes in mindset. The second pupil, currently undergoing the EHCP process, requires additional but more manageable support.
The role requires close, proactive support to ensure both pupils can access learning while maintaining a positive environment for the wider class.
Key responsibilities
- Provide one-to-one and small group support within the classroom
- Support a pupil who may disengage or refuse tasks, even when motivated by preferred activities
- Use a range of approaches, including calm, reassuring or enthusiastic communication
- Support transitions between activities, including the use of visual timetables
- Help pupils regulate behaviour and remain engaged in learning
- Adapt quickly when tasks are completed, supporting the wider class where required
- Promote a positive and inclusive learning environment
The ideal candidate
- Has proven experience supporting children with behavioural or additional needs
- Demonstrates strong behaviour management skills
- Is calm, patient and highly resilient
- Can adapt quickly within an unpredictable environment
- Is confident working both one-to-one and across a classroom
Benefits
- Competitive hourly pay
- Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant
- Access to a wide range of opportunities in local schools
- The opportunity to make a genuine impact in education
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