Challenging Behaviour Teaching Assistant

TeacherActive; Bradford; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CPD courses

Referral scheme

24/7 support

Job summary

TeacherActive is supporting SEMH settings in Leeds with challenging behaviour Teaching Assistant roles. The position is contracted, with daily pay of £100–£110 and starts ASAP.

You will work closely with teaching and pastoral staff to provide consistent classroom support, manage behaviour, and help pupils stay engaged in learning. Applicants should have SEMH experience and the ability to build positive relationships with pupils, displaying patience, resilience, and adaptability.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children or young people with SEMH needs.
• Experience working within a school, SEMH setting or alternative provision.
• The ability to build positive and professional relationships with pupils.
• A patient, resilient and adaptable approach.

Responsibilities

• Provide consistent classroom support to pupils with SEMH needs.
• Assist teaching and pastoral staff to manage behaviour effectively.
• Help pupils stay engaged with their learning.

Skills

SEMH experience

Behaviour management

Relationship building

Patience

Job description

Challenging Behaviour Teaching Assistant

Yorkshire and Humber/ contract / £100 - 110 per day

Job Title: Challenging Behaviour Teaching Assistant
Location: Leeds
Start Date: ASAP
Salary: £100 - £110 per day

Are you an experienced Challenging Behaviour Teaching Assistant who can build positive relationships with pupils with SEMH needs?

Do you have the resilience and patience to support young people who may display challenging behaviour?

Can you provide consistent and engaging support within an alternative provision?

TeacherActive is proud to be working with SEMH settings and alternative provisions in Leeds that provide supportive learning environments for pupils who require additional help to engage positively with their education. These settings focus on building trusting relationships, promoting positive behaviour and supporting pupils with their social, emotional and mental health needs.

We are looking for a Challenging Behaviour Teaching Assistant for long-term or short-term opportunities, supporting pupils with SEMH needs who may display challenging behaviour. The successful Challenging Behaviour Teaching Assistant will work closely with teaching and pastoral staff to provide consistent classroom support, manage behaviour effectively and help pupils remain engaged with their learning.

The successful Challenging Behaviour Teaching Assistant will have:

• Experience supporting children or young people with SEMH needs and challenging behaviour
• Experience working within a school, SEMH setting or alternative provision
• The ability to build positive and professional relationships with pupils
• A patient, resilient and adaptable approach

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.

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer.

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.