Behaviour Support Teacher Assistant

Senploy; London Borough of Brent; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 17,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

SEN CPD

Dedicated consultant support

Job summary

Long Term Futures is recruiting a Behaviour Support Teaching Assistant to work with three pupils across Year 2 and Year 3 at a Brent primary school. You’ll provide targeted support outside the main classroom, helping pupils develop communication, emotional regulation and positive behaviour through structured small-group activities.

Ideal candidates will have SEN or behaviour support experience in a primary school, with confidence leading small-group activities independently and a calm, patient

Qualifications

• SEN or behaviour support experience in a primary school is required.
• Experience supporting speech and language needs is desirable.
• Confident leading small-group activities independently.
• Understanding of KS1 and lower KS2 learning.
• Calm, patient and resilient when pupils need additional support.
• Ability to build trusting relationships while maintaining clear boundaries.

Responsibilities

• Support a small group of three Year 2/3 pupils outside the main classroom.
• Deliver targeted learning activities outside the classroom.
• Support speech, language and communication development.
• Use positive behaviour strategies and consistent routines.
• Help pupils manage emotions and engage with learning.
• Adapt activities to individual learning needs.
• Encourage confidence, independence and social interaction.
• Work closely with class teachers and the SENCo.

Skills

SEN experience

Behaviour support

Speech and language support

Small-group teaching

KS1/KS2 understanding

Calm and patient

Job description

Location: Brent, NW2 (commutable from Kilburn, Cricklewood, Dollis Hill, Queen's Park and Harlesden)

Start Date: ASAP

Contract: Full-time, long-term temporary

Are you confident supporting children who need a little extra patience, structure and encouragement to succeed?

Long Term Futures is recruiting a Behaviour Support Teaching Assistant to work with three pupils across Year 2 and Year 3 at a welcoming primary school in Brent.

You’ll provide targeted support outside the main classroom, helping pupils develop their communication, emotional regulation and positive behaviour through structured small-group activities.

About the Role

• Support a small group of three Year 2/3 pupils
• Deliver targeted learning activities outside the classroom
• Support speech, language and communication development
• Use positive behaviour strategies and consistent routines
• Help pupils manage emotions and engage with learning
• Adapt activities to individual learning needs
• Encourage confidence, independence and social interaction
• Work closely with class teachers and the SENCo

Ideal Candidate

• Previous SEN or behaviour support experience within a primary school
• Experience supporting speech and language needs is desirable
• Confident leading small-group activities independently
• Understanding of KS1 and lower KS2 learning
• Calm, patient and resilient when pupils need additional support
• Able to build trusting relationships while maintaining clear boundaries

Why Long Term Futures?

We specialise in long-term and permanent education placements, helping Teaching Assistants secure stable roles where they can make a lasting difference. You'll receive weekly pay, relevant SEN CPD and dedicated consultant support.

Next Steps

Shortlisted candidates will be contacted by Hugh at Long Term Futures to arrange a trial day.

Long Term Futures is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to safer recruitment checks including an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.