Behavioural Teaching Assistant

TeacherActive Limited.; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CPD courses

Onboarding support

Referral scheme

Job summary

TeacherActive Limited. is recruiting a Behavioural Teaching Assistant for a specialist SEND school in Nottingham. The role focuses on supporting pupils aged 4–16 with Autism/ASD, managing challenging behaviours and promoting engagement in learning.

The successful candidate will have a TA qualification or SEND experience, plus excellent communication and classroom management abilities. The position is full-time and long-term, starting November 2026, with CPD and competitive pay included.

Qualifications

• TA qualification or equivalent experience in SEND settings.
• Experience supporting children with Autism/ASD.
• Experience managing challenging behaviour with positive strategies.
• Knowledge of SEND support strategies and individual learning needs.
• Excellent communication and classroom management skills.
• Patient, resilient and adaptable with a passion for young people.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with Autism/ASD and manage challenging behaviours.
• Encourage positive engagement in learning and provide consistent support.
• Support pupils inside and outside the classroom as needed.

Skills

Behaviour management

SEND awareness

Communication

Patience

Education

Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent SEND experience

Job description

Job Title: Behavioural Teaching Assistant

Are you an experienced Behavioural Teaching Assistant with a passion for supporting children and young people with Autism / ASD?

Do you have experience managing challenging behaviour and supporting pupils with additional learning needs?

Are you patient, resilient and committed to making a positive difference in a SEND school?

TeacherActive is proud to be working with a specialist SEND school based in Nottingham, which caters for children and young people aged 4-16 years old with Autism / ASD. The school provides a specialist learning environment where pupils receive support tailored to their individual educational, social and emotional needs.

The school is looking to appoint a dedicated Behavioural Teaching Assistant on a full-time, long-term basis starting in November 2026. The successful Behavioural Teaching Assistant will support pupils with Autism / ASD, helping to manage challenging behaviours, encourage positive engagement in learning and provide consistent support both inside and outside the classroom.

The successful Behavioural Teaching Assistant will have:

• A relevant Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent experience working within SEND settings
• Experience supporting children and young people with Autism / ASD
• Experience managing challenging behaviour and implementing positive behaviour management strategies
• Knowledge of SEND support strategies and an understanding of pupils' individual learning needs
• Excellent communication and classroom management skills
• A patient, resilient and adaptable approach with a genuine passion for supporting young people

In return for the above you can expect to receive:

• A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy onboarding process
• CPD courses and certificates as part of the My-Progression channel
• Market leading rates of pay
• TeacherActive Referral Scheme: Receive up to £100 when you refer a friend Terms and Conditions apply

Our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you’re paying the right level of TAX and National Insurance and there’s no messing around with admin charges coming out of your hard earned cash.

Safeguarding and DBS Compliance

Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements.