Teaching Assistant - Behaviour Specialist

Tradewind Recruitment; Liverpool City Region; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency is seeking a passionate Teaching Assistant to support young people in Liverpool, focusing on behaviour management and emotional development. Successful candidates will work closely with teachers to provide tailored support for pupils, fostering a positive learning environment in specialist schools during term-time. This role offers professional development and the chance to make a real difference in the lives of young people.

Benefits

Ongoing professional development

Supportive team environment

Competitive rates of pay

Qualifications

• Experience working with young people, especially those with ASD or special educational needs.
• Calm, patient, empathetic approach.
• Willingness to learn and undertake CPD.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 or small group support for pupils.
• Deliver personalised learning and behaviour strategies.
• Support pupils' social and emotional development.

Skills

Behaviour Management

Communication Skills

Empathy

Teamwork

Job description

We are urgently looking for people with behaviour management backgrounds to support young people across Sefton and Liverpool. Particularly in the Bootle area

Your role will be working in a classroom setting often on a one-to-one basis with a young person under the guidance of a teacher.

We are looking for people who have experience working with young people in any setting, particularly those with experience of challenging behaviour and young people's mental health.

Classroom training will be provided.

This is a real opportunity to work with and shape the futures of young people in Bootle.

If you are interested in this role and have experience working with young people, please get in touch.

The Role:

As a Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with teachers and support staff to:

1. Provide 1:1 or small group support for pupils across KS3 and KS4.
2. Help deliver personalised learning and behaviour strategies.
3. Support pupils' social and emotional development.
4. Build positive relationships with pupils who may have experienced trauma or disruption in their education.
5. Contribute to a safe, structured, and inclusive learning environment.

We're Looking For:

1. Experience working with children or young people, particularly those with ASD or other special educational needs.
2. A calm, patient, and empathetic approach.
3. Strong behaviour management and excellent communication skills.
4. A team player who is also confident working independently.
5. A willingness to learn and undertake relevant CPD.

What We Offer:

1. A welcoming and supportive team environment.
2. Ongoing professional development and training.
3. Competitive rates of pay.
4. The chance to be part of a team that changes lives every day.

These roles are based in specialist schools and are term-time only.

If you are passionate about supporting young people to succeed, we want to hear from you. Send your CV today!