Behaviour Teaching Assistant

Tradewind Recruitment LTD.; Borough of Rossendale; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive daily pay

Free CPD courses

Interview coaching

In-house payroll

Holiday pay options

Referral bonuses

Networking events

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment LTD is seeking a calm, confident Behaviour Teaching Assistant for a secondary academy in Rochdale. This immediate-start temporary role runs Monday to Friday, 8:15am-3:15pm, supporting students with behaviour, engagement and emotional needs to help them stay focused and ready to learn.

You will work closely with the pastoral team to support teenagers across behaviour, resilience and confidence building, with full training provided and DBS requirements to be met.

Qualifications

• At least 3 months of recent experience working as a teaching assistant in a UK school.
• TA qualifications beneficial but not essential.
• Must hold or be willing to apply for an Enhanced Child Workforce DBS.
• Provide Overseas Police Checks if applicable.
• CV with full employment and education history, with gaps explained.

Responsibilities

• Support students with behaviour, engagement, emotional needs and confidence building.
• Work closely with pastoral team to keep students focused, safe and ready to learn.

Skills

Behaviour support

Emotional regulation

Calm under pressure

Empathy

Student communication

Job description

Behaviour Teaching Assistant - Secondary Academy in Rochdale

Start: ASAP
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:15am-3:15pm
Contract: Ongoing temporary role via Tradewind

Tradewind are looking for a calm, confident, and supportive Behaviour Mentor to join a fantastic secondary academy in Rochdale. This is an immediate-start supply role, perfect for someone passionate about supporting young people and helping them thrive in school.

You’ll work closely with the school's pastoral team, supporting students with behaviour, engagement, emotional needs, and confidence building - helping them stay focused, safe, and ready to learn.

Ideal Background:

• Working with teenagers in schools, youth projects, community groups, or performing arts
• Supporting young people with behaviour, emotional regulation, or confidence
• A calm, patient, and empathetic approach in challenging situations
• Understanding of trauma, attachment issues, or SEMH needs (desirable, not essential)
• TA qualifications are great but not required - full training provided

Recruitment Criteria (Required):

• At least 3 months of recent experience working as a teaching assistant in a UK school, supported by detailed references
• TA qualifications are beneficial but not essential
• Must hold or be willing to apply for an Enhanced Child Workforce DBS, and provide Overseas Police Checks if applicable
• Must provide a CV with full employment and education history, with all gaps explained
• Have the legal right to work full-time in the UK with no restrictions

Why Join Tradewind?

• Competitive daily pay
• Access to 2,500+ free CPD courses, including behaviour support and mental health
• 1:1 interview coaching and ongoing job preparation support
• Local, in-house payroll - no umbrella companies
• Holiday pay options
• Referral bonuses
• Free networking and social events