Behaviour Support Teaching Assistant

TN United Kingdom; Westbury; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading school in Westbury is seeking a Behaviour Support Teaching Assistant to support students with special educational needs. This role involves helping children manage their behaviour and emotional well-being, focusing on mental health and alternative education methods. Ideal for graduates in Psychology or Criminology, this position offers valuable experience in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children, especially with challenging behaviour.
• Enthusiastic and passionate about mental health.

Responsibilities

• Support children aged 11 to 16 with special educational needs.
• Help students manage their behaviour and emotional well-being.

Skills

Mental Health

Behaviour Management

Communication

Education

Psychology or Criminology Degree

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Posted:

17.05.2025

Expiry Date:

01.07.2025

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?

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

The SEN School is seeking a confident, dedicated Behaviour Support Teaching Assistant who is enthusiastic and passionate about mental health. Ideally, you will have previous experience working with children, whether through voluntary work, babysitting, or sports coaching. Experience with challenging behaviour would be highly beneficial.

As a Behaviour Support Teaching Assistant, you will work with children aged 11 to 16 with various special educational needs, including autism, ADHD, anxiety, trauma, and behaviour challenges. Your role will involve helping students stay focused and on task, managing their behaviour, and supporting their emotional well-being by helping them understand and process their emotions and struggles. The school emphasizes alternative education methods, including arts and crafts, outdoor activities, and cooking.

* Behaviour Support Teaching Assistant
* ASAP Start
* Monday to Friday, 08:30 to 15:30
* £85 to £95 per day
* Graduate Opportunity
* Focus on Mental Health & Youth Work
* Location: Westbury

If you are interested in this Behaviour Support Teaching Assistant role, please apply now!