Behavioural Teaching Assistant

Protocol Education; Sutton; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Training & development

Long-term opportunities

Rewards role

Job summary

Protocol Education in Sutton is seeking a dedicated Behavioural Teaching Assistant to support pupils with behavioural and emotional needs. You will work 1:1 or in small groups to promote positive behaviour and academic progress.

A calm, patient approach and strong communication are essential; must have or be willing to obtain an Enhanced DBS on the Update Service and have the right to work in the UK. Ongoing training and development are provided.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and behaviour management skills.
• Calm, patient, and resilient approach.
• Must hold a current Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or be willing to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with behavioural and emotional needs.
• Assist students in managing their behaviour and engaging positively with learning.
• Build strong, trusting relationships with pupils to encourage personal development.
• Work alongside teachers and pastoral staff to implement behaviour support strategies.
• Promote a safe, positive, and inclusive learning environment.
• Support students with social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs where required.

Skills

Behaviour management

Communication

Patience

Job description

Behavioural Teaching assistant Protocol Education Sutton, Greater London, England

Behavioural Teaching Assistant - Sutton

Behavioural Teaching Assistant Required in Sutton

A supportive and inclusive school in Sutton is seeking a dedicated Behavioural Teaching Assistant to join their team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone passionate about supporting young people who may display challenging behaviours and require additional guidance to achieve their full potential.

The successful candidate will play a key role in promoting positive behaviour, engagement, and academic progress, helping students thrive both inside and outside the classroom.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with behavioural and emotional needs.
• Assist students in managing their behaviour and engaging positively with learning.
• Build strong, trusting relationships with pupils to encourage personal development.
• Work alongside teachers and pastoral staff to implement behaviour support strategies.
• Promote a safe, positive, and inclusive learning environment.
• Support students with social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs where required.

Requirements

• Previous experience working with children, young people, or individuals with behavioural needs is desirable.
• A calm, patient, and resilient approach.
• Strong communication and behaviour management skills.
• A genuine passion for supporting young people to succeed.
• Must hold a current Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or be willing to obtain one.
• Right to work in the UK.

What We Offer

• Competitive daily pay of £92.63 - £100 per day
• Friendly and supportive school environment
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
• Potential for long-term and permanent positions
• A rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in students' lives

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance 'Keeping Children Safe in Education', this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.

We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.

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