Behaviour Support Teaching Assistant

Academics; Gloucester; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A reputable secondary school in Bradley Stoke is seeking a Behaviour Support Teaching Assistant to assist students with special educational needs and challenging behaviour. This role is ideal for graduates or experienced teaching assistants wanting to develop their skills in a supportive educational environment. You'll work closely with students who have Autism and mental health difficulties, making a significant impact on their educational journey.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children required.
• Passion for supporting children with additional learning needs.
• Experience in youth work or support roles beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Support students 1:1 who have special needs and challenging behaviour.
• Assist in managing classroom behaviour and promoting mental health.
• Provide valuable classroom experience for aspiring teachers.

Skills

Behaviour Management

Support for Mental Health

Communication

Education

Degree (graded 2:2 or above)

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Job Reference:

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Posted:

22.06.2025

Expiry Date:

06.08.2025

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Job Description:

Behaviour Support Teaching Assistant
Secondary Mainstream School – Bradley Stoke, South Gloucestershire
ASAP Start – KS3 and KS4

Education and Training

Are you passionate about supporting children with additional learning needs? Do you have experience working with challenging behaviour? Are you interested in supporting young people’s mental health?

GRADUATES WANTED
Experience working with children required

An excellent Secondary School in Bradley Stoke is currently recruiting for a Behaviour Support Teaching Assistant to start ASAP. This is a great opportunity for a graduate or an experienced teaching assistant to build on their experience working with children with Special Educational Needs (SEN) and behavioural challenges. A degree (graded 2:2 or above) is preferred, and previous experience supporting SEN children is desirable. In this role, you will work 1:1 with students who have special needs and challenging behaviour, including children with Autism, mental health difficulties, and other learning disabilities.

Key Details:
Role: Behaviour Support Teaching Assistant (1:1)
Location: Bradley Stoke, South Gloucestershire
Start Date: ASAP
Salary: £90–£100 per day (DOE)
Focus: Special Educational Needs, Challenging Behaviour, Mental Health
Sector: Education and Training

The school is looking for a confident, dedicated, and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant, located in Bradley Stoke or the surrounding areas, who is passionate about contributing to children's education. The ideal candidate will have strong behaviour management skills, and restraint training is desirable but not essential.

This position offers a fantastic platform for aspiring teachers, as it provides valuable classroom experience before pursuing formal teaching qualifications. Experience in youth work, support roles, or mental health would be beneficial.

If you’re interested in this Behaviour Support Teaching Assistant position, please submit your CV or contact a member of the Bristol Academics team today for more information!

Behaviour Support Teaching Assistant – Bradley Stoke – Education and Training