Reading Behaviour Support TA — SEMH & Emotional Regulation

Academics Ltd; Reading; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

Academics Ltd in Reading is seeking a Challenging Behaviour Teaching Assistant to support pupils with behavioural and emotional needs. You will provide 1:1 and small-group support, help develop emotional regulation skills, and engage learners in meaningful activities within a safe classroom.

The role requires calm, patience, and resilience in potentially challenging situations. Experience in education, care, youth work, SEN, or behavioural support is desirable, and the school offers ongoing

Qualifications

• Calm, patient and confident when working in potentially challenging situations.
• Experience in education, care, youth work, SEN, or behavioural support is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Providing consistent 1:1 and small group support to pupils
• Supporting students who display challenging or disruptive behaviour
• Implementing positive behaviour strategies and individual support plans
• Helping pupils develop emotional regulation and coping strategies
• Using calm and effective de-escalation techniques when required
• Encouraging positive behaviour and engagement with learning
• Building strong, consistent relationships with pupils
• Working closely with teachers, pastoral teams, and other professionals
• Creating a structured, safe, and supportive classroom environment
• ASAP start in a well-connected Reading location

Job description

Academics Ltd in Reading is seeking a Challenging Behaviour Teaching Assistant to support pupils with behavioural and emotional needs. You will provide 1:1 and small-group support, help develop emotional regulation skills, and engage learners in meaningful activities within a safe classroom.

The role requires calm, patience, and resilience in potentially challenging situations. Experience in education, care, youth work, SEN, or behavioural support is desirable, and the school offers ongoing