Behaviour Teaching Assistant

Academics; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

Academics is seeking a Behaviour Teaching Assistant for a Special Educational Needs school in Gloucester. You will support pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs, help with behaviour regulation, and apply de-escalation techniques to maintain a positive learning environment.

Working with Teachers, SENCOs and mental health professionals, you will contribute to providing consistent, supportive education.

Qualifications

• Experience with children or challenging behaviour is beneficial.
• Interest in mental health and behaviour.
• Availability to work 8:30–15:30, Monday to Friday.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with SEMH needs and behavioural regulation.
• Implement de-escalation techniques to maintain a safe learning environment.
• Collaborate with Teachers, SENCOs and mental health professionals.
• Contribute to providing consistent and positive education.

Skills

Behaviour management

De-escalation

Supportive communication

Education

Psychology degree

Criminology degree

Job description

Behaviour Teaching Assistant

Are you confident, resilient, and passionate about supporting children with behavioural and emotional needs?

A Special Educational Needs (SEN) school in Gloucester is looking for a Behaviour Teaching Assistant to support their pupils, and act as a positive role model. This is an ideal position for an individual interested in behaviour management, youth work, psychology or education.

Key Information:

• Role: Behaviour Teaching Assistant
• Location: Gloucester
• Pay: £85 to £110 per day, PAYE
• Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 3:30pm
• Start Date: ASAP

The students have this school have a range of Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, and display anti-social and challenging behaviours, often as a result of their emotional difficulties. You will play a key role in supporting the students with behaviour regulation and emotional needs, implementing de-escalation techniques, and providing consistency and positive reinforcement. You will also work alongside Teachers, SENCOs and mental health professionals, to provide the students with the best education possible.

This is a fantastic opportunity if you are considering a career in Educational Psychology, Clinical Psychology, Counselling, Probation, and Occupational Therapy, providing valuable experience for entering these fields.

The school are ideally looking for an individual who is both determined and resilience, with a keen interest in mental health and behaviour. Previous experience working with children or managing challenging behaviour would be beneficial. A degree in Psychology or Criminology would be great!

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy