Behaviour Support Assistant. Job in London Education & Training Jobs

Academics; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational support agency in London is seeking a Behavioural Teaching Assistant to support students in a secondary school setting. The ideal candidate will have experience with challenging behaviour and excellent communication skills. This role offers an opportunity to make a positive impact on students’ academic progress and wellbeing while working collaboratively with teaching staff.

Benefits

Access to professional development and training

Supportive school environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience in secondary school or similar settings.
• Patience, resilience, and empathy are essential.
• Strong organisational skills for record-keeping.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group interventions.
• Implement behavior management strategies.
• Support pupils in developing resilience and positive relationships.

Skills

Experience supporting young people with challenging behaviour

Knowledge of behaviour management strategies

Effective classroom support skills

Excellent communication skills

Understanding of safeguarding and child protection policies

Job description

Overview

We are looking for a dedicated Behavioural Teaching Assistant to support students in a secondary school setting. The ideal candidate will bring:

• Proven experience supporting young people with challenging behaviour or SEMH (Social, Emotional, and Mental Health) needs.
• Strong knowledge of behaviour management strategies, including de-escalation techniques, restorative practice, and positive reinforcement.
• Ability to build trusting relationships with students and act as a positive role model.
• Effective classroom support skills - adapting learning tasks, assisting with lessons, and providing 1:1 or small group interventions.
• Excellent communication skills to work collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs, pastoral staff, and parents.
• Understanding of safeguarding and child protection policies.
• Resilience, empathy, and patience when supporting students to overcome barriers to learning.
• Strong organisational skills, including record-keeping and reporting of behavioural progress.

The Role of Behaviour Support Assistant

• Provide 1:1 and small group interventions.
• Implement proven behaviour management strategies and de-escalation techniques.
• Work alongside teachers, SENCOs, and pastoral teams to create a positive learning environment.
• Support pupils in developing resilience, self-confidence, and positive relationships.

Requirements for a Behaviour Support Assistant

• Experience working with young people in schools, youth work, or similar settings.
• Strong understanding of behaviour management in a secondary school context.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Patience, resilience, and empathy when supporting students.
• Awareness of safeguarding and child protection procedures.

Why become a Behaviour Support Assistant in London?

• Join a supportive, forward-thinking secondary school in South West London.
• Access to professional development and ongoing training.
• Opportunity to make a direct impact on students\' academic progress and wellbeing.

Apply Now!

If you are looking to develop your career as a Behaviour Support Assistant in London, apply today and help young people achieve their full potential.