Behaviour Teaching Assistant

Teaching Assistant Required
Location: Specialist School, Blyth
Position Type: Full-Time, Term-Time Only

Are you a passionate Teaching Assistant looking to make a meaningful impact? Our education agency is seeking a Teaching Assistant to support a KS2 class within a specialist school for pupils with SEMH and learning difficulties.

The Role

As a Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Work closely with a small number of pupils, providing individualised support tailored to their learning needs.
• Assist with literacy, numeracy, and other classroom activities, adapting materials where necessary.
• Implement strategies to support engagement, positive behaviour, and emotional well-being.
• Collaborate with the class teacher, SENCO, and other staff to ensure the pupil’s progress is effectively monitored and supported.
• Foster a nurturing, inclusive environment to help the pupils thrive academically and socially.

What We’re Looking For

The ideal candidate will:

• Have experience supporting children with ALN, such as ASD, ADHD, or SEMH needs.
• Be patient, empathetic, and enthusiastic about working with children.
• Have excellent communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with pupils, staff, and parents.
• Hold a relevant qualification, such as a Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant certificate (desirable but not essential).

What We Offer

• Competitive daily rates of pay.
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
• Dedicated support from our experienced consultants throughout your placement.

If you’re ready to make a difference and take on this rewarding Teaching Assistant role, we’d love to hear from you!

Application Deadline: 14th Feb
Start Date: 17th Feb

Join our agency today and start your dream Teaching Assistant Role.

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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