Behaviour Teaching Assistant

Qualiteach Education Group Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training and professional development

Supportive leadership

Job summary

Qualiteach Education Group Ltd in Lewisham is seeking a dedicated Behaviour Teaching Assistant to join a primary school from September. This full-time role supports a pupil on a 1:1 basis and requires experience with behavioural challenges and SEMH needs.

You will work closely with the class teacher and SENCO, applying positive behaviour techniques to promote learning, emotional regulation, and safe interactions.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with behavioural challenges and SEMH needs.
• Ability to de-escalate and manage challenging behaviours.
• Strong communication and classroom collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Support a pupil on a 1:1 basis throughout the school day.
• Collaborate with the class teacher and SENCO to plan learning access.
• Apply positive behaviour strategies to promote engagement and emotional regulation.
• Help develop coping strategies and social interactions for the pupil.
• Assist with de-escalation and safety in line with school policies.

Skills

1:1 support

Behaviour management

SEMH

Calm under pressure

Education

Relevant TA qualification or experience

Job description

Behaviour Teaching Assistant - Lewisham - £95-£115 per day - Full Time - September Start - Primary School

• Behaviour Teaching Assistant required for a primary school
• Behaviour Teaching Assistant required in Lewisham
• Behaviour Teaching Assistant required for a September start
• Behaviour Teaching Assistant required to support a pupil on a 1:1 basis
• Experience supporting children with behavioural challenges and SEMH needs is essentialAre you an experienced Behaviour Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding role this September?

Do you have experience supporting children with behavioural challenges on a 1:1 basis within a primary school?

Are you a calm, resilient, and compassionate individual with excellent behaviour management skills and the ability to support pupils with emotional regulation?

If you answered YES, then this Behaviour Teaching Assistant role could be the perfect opportunity for you!

The Position - Behaviour Teaching Assistant

A welcoming and supportive primary school in Lewisham is seeking a dedicated Behaviour Teaching Assistant to join their team from September. This is a full-time position supporting a boy on a 1:1 basis who presents with behavioural challenges and requires consistent support throughout the school day.As the Behaviour Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with the class teacher, SENCO, and wider pastoral team to help the pupil access learning while developing emotional regulation strategies and positive coping mechanisms. You will build a strong, trusting relationship with the pupil, using positive behaviour techniques to encourage engagement, improve social interactions, and reduce incidents of dysregulation. You should have previous experience supporting children with SEMH or behavioural needs and be able to de-escalate situations effectively. There may be occasions where physical intervention is required in line with the school's behaviour policy, so experience with Team Teach, positive handling, or restraint techniques would be advantageous but is not essential.

The School - Behaviour Teaching Assistant

This friendly primary school in Lewisham is committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and nurturing learning environment where every child is supported to achieve their full potential. The school has a strong pastoral ethos and works collaboratively to ensure pupils receive the academic, emotional, and behavioural support they need to succeed.

Benefits

• Staff benefit from ongoing training, supportive leadership, and excellent opportunities for professional development.