Behaviour Specialist Teaching Assistant. Job in Bootle Education & Training Jobs

Tradewind Recruitment; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An education staffing agency is seeking two SEN Support Teaching Assistants to work in a Pupil Referral Unit (PRU). Responsibilities include supporting young people with challenging behaviour, providing in-class behaviour support, and building positive relationships. Ideal candidates should be resilient and possess strong interpersonal skills. This role offers a competitive daily rate and ongoing training in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Competitive daily rate

Full-time opportunity

Ongoing training and support

Qualifications

• Experience with challenging behaviour or additional needs.
• Confident in supporting young people’s emotional needs.

Responsibilities

• Provide in-class behaviour support.
• Support lessons while managing behaviour.
• Build trusting relationships with pupils.

Skills

Experience working with young people

Calm and resilient approach

Strong interpersonal skills

Ability to de-escalate situations

Job description

Do you have experience supporting young people with challenging behaviour? We are currently looking to recruit two SEN Support Teaching Assistants to work in a Pupil Referral Unit (PRU) supporting pupils with behavioural, social, and emotional needs.

Role Overview

• Provide consistent and supportive in-class behaviour support
• Work closely with pupils on a 1:1 and small group basis to develop engagement, regulation and social skills
• Support the delivery of lessons while helping manage behaviour and emotional needs
• Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils who may have experienced trauma or disruption in mainstream education

The Ideal Candidate Will Have

• Experience working with young people with challenging behaviour, SEMH, or additional needs
• A calm, resilient, and confident approach
• The ability to de-escalate situations and maintain a positive learning environment
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• School experience not essential - backgrounds in youth work, care, mentoring, or alternative provision are welcome

What's on Offer

• Competitive daily rate (via agency)
• Full-time, long-term opportunity in a supportive specialist setting
• Ongoing training and support from the agency
• The chance to make a real difference in the lives of young people needing tailored support