Year 6 Behaviour Teaching Assistant

GUARDIAN SELECTION LIMITED; Dover; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational agency in Dover seeks a Year 6 Behaviour Teaching Assistant. The role involves providing support to students with SEMH needs, with responsibilities including implementing behaviour management strategies and fostering an inclusive learning environment. The ideal candidate has experience with behavioural needs in schools and relevant qualifications. This is a long-term position with professional development opportunities and a supportive school environment.

Benefits

Supportive work environment

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience working with children with behavioural needs in an educational setting.
• Strong understanding of behaviour management techniques and SEN support strategies.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build positive relationships.
• Flexibility, resilience, and a proactive attitude towards challenges.
• Relevant qualifications or training in SEN support.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to a Year 6 student with SEMH needs.
• Assist Year 6 students in the afternoons and across Key Stages.
• Implement strategies to manage challenging behaviours.
• Foster an inclusive learning environment.
• Collaborate with teachers and SENCO on support plans.
• Monitor and adapt student support strategies.

Skills

Experience with children with behavioural needs

Knowledge of behaviour management techniques

Excellent communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Flexibility and resilience

Education

Relevant qualifications or training in SEN support

Job description

Year 6 Behaviour Teaching Assistant

Start Date: ASAP

Contract Type: Long Term

Working Hours: 08:30 am to 04:00 pm (Monday to Friday)

Responsibilities

• Provide dedicated support in the mornings, focusing on assisting a Year 6 student with behavioural aspects, SEMH (Social, Emotional, and Mental Health) needs, including ADHD diagnosis and potential self‑harmful behaviour.
• Offer crucial assistance in the afternoons, aiding Year 6 students and remaining flexible to work across Key Stages 1 and 2.
• Implement strategies and interventions to manage challenging behaviours effectively.
• Foster a nurturing and inclusive learning environment to promote the student’s social and emotional development.
• Collaborate closely with teachers and SENCO to ensure individualized support plans are implemented successfully.
• Monitor and record the student’s progress, adapting support strategies as necessary.

Benefits of joining this school in Tower Hamlets

• Fantastic school to work with: Join a vibrant and welcoming school community committed to providing high‑quality education and support.
• Supportive work environment: Receive ongoing support and professional development opportunities to enhance your skills and further your career.

Requirements

• Proven experience working with children with behavioural needs in an educational setting.
• Strong understanding of behaviour management techniques and SEN support strategies.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with students, staff, and parents/carers.
• Flexibility, resilience, and a proactive attitude towards overcoming challenges.
• Relevant qualifications or training in SEN support.

Please keep in mind that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection, and successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS on the update service. GSL offers equal opportunities to applicants from all members of the community.

For more information or to register your interest in the Year 6 Behaviour Teaching Assistant role, or to be considered, please click ‘apply now’ to submit your full and up‑to‑date CV, and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch.