Challenging Behaviour Teaching Assistant

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

Benefits offered by this job

Market leading pay

CPD courses and certificates

24/7 consultant support

Referral scheme

Job summary

TeacherActive is recruiting a Challenging Behaviour Teaching Assistant to work in Leeds with SEMH pupils, supporting learning and behaviour management.

The role offers long-term or short-term opportunities, competitive PAYE terms, and ongoing CPD; you will build positive relationships and deliver consistent support in an alternative provision environment.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Provide consistent classroom support with teaching and pastoral staff.
• Help pupils engage with learning and manage behaviour effectively.

Skills

SEMH experience

Behaviour management

Positive relationships with pupils

Patient and resilient

Adaptable attitude

Team collaboration

Job description

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
• Strong behaviour management skills
• The ability to build positive and professional relationships with pupils
• A patient, resilient and adaptable approach
• A positive can-do attitude

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.

About TeacherActive

TeacherActive is one of the UK s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.

Equal Opportunities Statement

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.

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.