Behavioural Specialist Teaching Assistant

Tradewind Recruitment; Penwortham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a dedicated Behaviour Support Assistant for an alternative provision in Preston. The role supports young people with social, emotional, or behavioural challenges and involves working closely with teaching staff. Applicants should have relevant experience and a commitment to helping vulnerable learners. The position is full-time, with a daily rate between £98.89 and £115.89.

Benefits

Dedicated consultant support

Access to CPD and training opportunities

Competitive rates of pay

Weekly payroll

Opportunities for long-term roles

Qualifications

• Previous experience in alternative provision or similar setting required.
• Resilient, empathetic, and patient candidates preferred.
• Commitment to supporting vulnerable learners essential.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils on a 1:1 or small group basis.
• Manage behaviour and implement engagement strategies.
• Assist with classroom activities and differentiated learning.
• Build strong, positive relationships with students and staff.
• Promote emotional wellbeing and social development.

Skills

Experience with young people

Communication skills

Behaviour management

Empathy

Patience

Job description

Behaviour Support Assistant - Alternative Provision - Preston

Start Date: ASAP
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:45am - 3:45pm
Daily Rate: .89
Location: Preston
Employer: Tradewind Recruitment

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people? Tradewind Recruitment are currently working in partnership with a well-established Alternative Provision in Preston, and we are seeking a dedicated Behaviour Support Assistant to join their team as soon as possible.

This is a full-time opportunity, working term-time only, with working hours from 8:45am to 3:45pm, Monday to Friday. The daily rate of pay is between 98.89 and 115.89, dependent on experience and qualifications.

About the Role:

As a Behaviour Support Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting students who may have social, emotional, or behavioural challenges. Working closely with teaching staff and pastoral teams, you'll help create a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment tailored to each student's individual needs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supporting pupils on a 1:1 or small group basis
• Managing behaviour and implementing strategies to promote engagement
• Assisting with classroom activities and differentiated learning
• Building strong, positive relationships with students and staff
• Promoting emotional wellbeing and social development

The Ideal Candidate Will:

• Have previous experience working with young people, ideally in an alternative provision or similar setting
• Be resilient, empathetic, and patient
• Possess excellent communication and behaviour management skills
• Have a commitment to supporting vulnerable learners
• Hold or be willing to obtain an enhanced DBS on the update service

Why Work with Tradewind?

• A dedicated consultant to support you throughout your placement
• Access to CPD and training opportunities
• Competitive rates of pay and weekly payroll
• Opportunities for long-term and permanent roles

If you're ready to take on a rewarding role and help young people thrive, we want to hear from you!

Apply today Click 'Apply Now' to be considered for this great position as a Teaching Assistant in Preston or for more information about the role, contact Christina on (phone number removed) or (url removed)