Behaviour Teaching Assistant

Qualiteach Education Group Ltd; London Borough of Lewisham; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Qualiteach Education Group Ltd is seeking a dedicated Behaviour Teaching Assistant for a Lewisham primary school. The role involves providing 1:1 support to a child with ADHD, focusing on emotional regulation, engagement and positive behaviour, both inside and outside the classroom.

You will use sports-based activities and movement breaks to build rapport, identify triggers and support transitions to help the pupil re-engage with learning.

Qualifications

• 1:1 support for a child with ADHD, focusing on emotional regulation, engagement and positive behaviour.
• Experience supporting children with ADHD, emotional regulation and behavioural needs is highly desirable.
• Role involves delivering regulation sessions outside the classroom.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored one-to-one support to the child with ADHD inside and outside the classroom.
• Deliver regulation sessions away from the classroom to help manage emotions and refocus learning.
• Use sport-based activities, movement breaks and structured activities to build self-regulation and engagement.
• Recognise triggers, encourage positive behaviour and support smooth transitions throughout the day.

Job description

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

Behaviour Teaching Assistant required for a primary school in Lewisham.

Behaviour Teaching Assistant required to provide 1:1 support to a child with ADHD, focusing on emotional regulation, engagement and positive behaviour.

Behaviour Teaching Assistant required to support the child through regulation sessions outside the classroom.

Experience supporting children with ADHD, emotional regulation and behavioural needs is highly desirable.

Are you looking for a Behaviour Teaching Assistant role?

Do you have experience supporting children with ADHD and helping them manage their emotions and behaviour?

Would you enjoy using sports and physical activities to build a positive relationship with a child and support their 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 primary school in Lewisham is seeking a dedicated, patient and proactive Behaviour Teaching Assistant to join their team ASAP. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant or SEN Teaching Assistant to provide tailored one-to-one support to a child with ADHD.The successful candidate will have a good understanding of ADHD, emotional regulation and behavioural support, with the ability to adapt their approach to meet the child's individual needs. You will support the child both inside and outside the classroom, delivering regulation sessions away from the classroom environment to help them manage their emotions, refocus and re-engage with learning. The child has a strong interest in sports, so the ideal candidate will be someone who can use this interest to build a trusting relationship and encourage positive engagement. Using sports-based activities, movement breaks and structured physical activities, you will help the child develop self-regulation skills, build confidence and manage challenging moments throughout the school day. You should be calm, consistent and approachable, with the patience and resilience needed to establish clear boundaries while maintaining a positive and supportive relationship. The role will involve recognising triggers, encouraging positive behaviour, supporting transitions and helping the child return to the classroom when they are ready. Working hours: 8:30am-3:45pm, Monday to Friday.

The School - Behaviour Teaching Assistant

This primary school in Lewisham is committed to providing a supportive and inclusive learning environment where pupils can develop academically, socially and emotionally. You will be joining a team that values individualised support and recognises the importance of helping children manage their emotions and engage positively with learning.The school is looking for a reliable, proactive and compassionate Teaching Assistant who can make a meaningful difference to a child's daily school experience. The location is convenient, with the school approximately a 10-minute walk from the station and on-street parking available nearby without a permit requirement.