Behaviour Support Worker

Affinity Workforce Solutions; Swindon; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading educational support service in Swindon is seeking dedicated Teaching Assistants and Behaviour Support Workers to help children overcome challenges and succeed in their educational journey. This role offers flexible working and competitive pay while contributing to a positive school environment. Applicants must have GCSEs in English and Maths, a valid DBS, and a passion for supporting children's learning and development.

Benefits

Flexible working

Competitive pay

Exclusive retail discounts

Referral scheme £200

24/7 GP service

Qualifications

• Positive can-do attitude is essential.
• Experience working with children is desirable.
• Must have a valid enhanced DBS.

Responsibilities

• Support teaching staff in implementing the curriculum.
• Assist in evaluating student progress and feedback.
• Help maintain classroom resources and organization.

Skills

Supporting pupils

Communication

Patience

Education

5 x GCSEs (English and Maths C or above)

NVQ for Teaching Assistants

Job description

Overview

Do you believe in the power of education to transform lives? Are you driven to support children in overcoming challenges and unlocking their full potential?

Affinity Workforce Solutions is recruiting dedicated Teaching Assistants and Behaviour Support Workers to join a network of inclusive and forward-thinking schools across Swindon, in collaboration with the Whitehorse Federation.

This is a rewarding opportunity for individuals who:

• Thrive on helping pupils break through barriers to learning
• Are committed to fostering resilience, confidence, and independence
• Want to play a key role in shaping a positive and supportive school environment

The Whitehorse Federation shares a powerful vision: that collaboration between schools accelerates improvement and embeds excellence. Together, we create meaningful opportunities for every child to succeed—not just in the classroom, but throughout life.

Essential Requirements

• Good standard of education (5 x GCSEs — English and Maths C or above).
• Valid enhanced DBS.
• Right to Work in the UK.
• A positive, can-do attitude.

Desirables

• Have experience working with children (does not have to be within a school setting).
• A relevant, recognised qualification such as the NVQ for Teaching Assistants or Qualified First Aider.

Key Responsibilities of the Role

• Supporting the teaching staff to help implement the curriculum.
• Under the supervision of the class teacher, undertake a range of directed activities to support the educational and development needs of pupils.
• Assist in the evaluation of student progress while feeding this back to the teacher.
• Assist teachers with the organisation and maintenance of the classroom resources.

Benefits of Working with Affinity Workforce Solutions

• Flexible working.
• Competitive pay.
• Access to exclusive retail discounts and rewards.
• £200 referral scheme
• 24/7 GP service

Affinity Workforce Solutions is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all its temporary workers to share this commitment. Successful applicants will, in accordance with statutory guidance, be subject to a comprehensive pre-employment checking process including references from current and previous employers, health, right to work in the UK, an enhanced DBS check and a further check against the appropriate barred list. This role involves working with children daily and is therefore in regulated activity.