Behaviour Support Teaching Assistant. Job in Wokingham Education & Training Jobs

Academics Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-regarded education support agency is seeking a Behaviour Support Teaching Assistant in Wokingham to support students with emotional and behavioural challenges. The ideal candidate will have a background in psychology, criminology, or education and be passionate about behaviour support. This full-time role involves working closely with teachers to implement behaviour strategies and assist in creating a structured learning environment. Duties include providing individual support, managing emotional regulation, and fostering confidence in pupils.

Qualifications

• Passion for helping children manage behaviour, emotions, and social development.
• Ability to work 1:1 and in small groups with pupils.
• Comfortable using de-escalation and positive reinforcement techniques.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to manage pupils' emotions and behaviour.
• Work alongside teachers and specialists to implement strategies.
• Encourage confidence and independence in pupils.

Skills

Emotion management

Behavioural support

Collaboration with specialists

Resilience

Patience

Education

Graduates in Psychology, Criminology, Counselling, or Education

Job description

Behaviour Support Teaching Assistant - Wokingham

ASAP Start - Full-Time Position

Do you have a passion for helping children manage their behaviour, emotions, and social development?
Are you seeking a role that will give you practical experience within a specialist SEN environment?

A forward-thinking and supportive SEN school in Wokingham is recruiting a Behaviour Support Teaching Assistant to join their team. You will be supporting pupils with behavioural needs, Autism, ADHD, trauma-related difficulties, and SEMH.

This is an excellent opportunity for individuals interested in education, psychology, criminology, or behaviour intervention.

Key Details

• Role: Behaviour Support Teaching Assistant
• Location: Wokingham
• Salary: 89- 100 per day
• Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 3:30pm
• Start Date: ASAP
• Ideal for: Psychology, Criminology, Counselling, or Education graduates-or anyone passionate about behaviour support

As a Behaviour Support Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Provide 1:1 and small group support to help pupils manage their emotions, behaviour, and peer interactions
• Work alongside teachers, SEN specialists, and therapists to deliver behaviour strategies
• Assist with de-escalation, emotional regulation, and positive reinforcement techniques
• Support safe and structured learning environments
• Encourage confidence, independence, and pro-social behaviours

This Behaviour Support Teaching Assistant role is ideal for aspiring Behaviour Mentors, SEN Teachers, Therapists, Youth Workers, or Educational Psychologists.

If you're resilient, patient, and committed to helping children thrive, apply to this advert today or contact Ed at Academics to learn more.

Behaviour Support Teaching Assistant - Wokingham