Behaviour Teaching Assistant

Remedy Recruitment Group; Islington (MA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free lunch provided daily

Job summary

Remedy Education in Islington is seeking a Behaviour Teaching Assistant to support SEMH pupils in a specialist performing arts setting. You will work 1:1 and in small groups to use music, media or creative activities to engage, calm emotions and build positive behaviours.

Experience with children in school settings and an enhanced DBS (or willingness to apply) are required; a patient, empathetic approach and strong relationship-building skills are essential to help students progress and enjoy

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people in a primary school, secondary school, PRU or alternative provision setting.
• Background or interest in music, media, performing arts or other creative subjects.
• Experience supporting students with SEMH needs or challenging behaviour.
• Strong communication, resilience and relationship-building skills.
• A patient, proactive and empathetic approach.
• An enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to apply for one.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to students with SEMH needs.
• Use music, media or creative activities to engage and motivate pupils.
• Support students in managing their emotions and developing positive behaviour.
• Implement individual behaviour plans and tailored support strategies.
• Build strong, trusting relationships with students and encourage positive engagement in learning.
• Work closely with teachers and the wider pastoral team to support students' progress.
• Promote a safe, inclusive and supportive learning environment.

Skills

SEMH experience

Creative background

Communication skills

Resilience

Empathy

Job description

Behaviour Teaching Assistant - SEMH Performing Arts School

The Role

Remedy Education is recruiting for a Behaviour Mentor to join a specialist SEMH performing arts school in Islington. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with a background or interest in music, media or the creative arts, who is passionate about supporting young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.

The successful candidate will use their creative skills and experience to engage students, build positive relationships and help them develop their confidence, behaviour and emotional well-being.

Key Responsibilities

Provide 1:1 and small-group support to students with SEMH needs.

Use music, media or creative activities to engage and motivate pupils.

Support students in managing their emotions and developing positive behaviour.

Implement individual behaviour plans and tailored support strategies.

Build strong, trusting relationships with students and encourage positive engagement in learning.

Work closely with teachers and the wider pastoral team to support students' progress.

Promote a safe, inclusive and supportive learning environment.

Requirements

Experience working with children or young people in a primary school, secondary school, PRU or alternative provision setting.

A background or interest in music, media, performing arts or other creative subjects.

Experience supporting students with SEMH needs or challenging behaviour.

Strong communication, resilience and relationship-building skills.

A patient, proactive and empathetic approach.

An enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to apply for one.

What's on Offer?

Long-term, full-time opportunity with potential to progress into a permanent position.

The chance to combine your creative background with supporting young people.

A supportive working environment within a specialist performing arts setting.

Free lunch provided daily.

The opportunity to make a real difference to students' education and personal development.