Behaviour Support Teaching Assistant

Academics Ltd; Vale of White Horse; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational support organization in the United Kingdom is seeking a Behaviour Support Teaching Assistant to work with children with special educational needs. This role offers a chance to support students' emotional well-being and manage their behaviour in the classroom. Ideal candidates should have experience working with children and a background in Psychology or Criminology. Competitive daily rates are available.

Qualifications

• Experience in any capacity with children, such as babysitting or voluntary work is required.
• Experience with challenging behaviour is beneficial.
• Graduates in related fields or experienced Teaching Assistants with a passion for mental health are encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Work with children aged 11 to 16 with special educational needs.
• Keep pupils focused and manage their behaviour.
• Support students in understanding their emotions.
• Assist in alternative forms of education.

Skills

Experience working with children

Experience with challenging behaviour

Education

Graduate in Psychology, Criminology or related field

Job description

Are you looking to support children with additional learning needs? Are you interested in supporting young people's mental health? Do you have experience working with challenging behaviour?

Overview

An excellent Specialist School in Abingdon is currently looking for a Behaviour Support Teaching Assistant to join them on a long-term basis. This is an exciting opportunity for a Psychology or Criminology graduate, or experienced Teaching Assistant to develop experience with Special Educational Needs and Behaviour and help support their mental health.

Responsibilities

• Work with children aged 11 to 16 with a range of special educational needs, including autism, ADHD, anxiety, trauma and behaviour challenges.
• Keep all the pupils focused and on task in the classroom and manage their behaviour.
• Help students understand and process their own emotions and struggles and support their emotional well‑being.
• Support the school’s alternative forms of education, including arts and crafts, outdoor activities and cooking.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children – this could be in any capacity, such as voluntary work, babysitting or in a sports setting.
• Experience with challenging behaviour would also be greatly beneficial.
• Graduate in Psychology, Criminology or a related field, or an experienced Teaching Assistant with a passion for mental health.

Benefits

• Salary £85 to £95 per day.
• Monday to Friday, 08:30 to 15:30.
• Graduate opportunity in Mental Health & Youth Work.

Employment Details

ASAP Start – Abingdon, Vale of White Horse, Abingdon.