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Posted 4 days ago
Behaviour Specialist Teaching Assistant
Tradewind Recruitment
📍 Manchester
Healthcare & Medical
Job description
<p>Are you a compassionate and dedicated professional with experience in supporting students with challenging behaviour? Do you have a background in working with SEND and a strong understanding of managing complex behaviours? If so, we want to hear from you!</p><p>We are currently recruiting for a <strong>Behaviour Support Teaching Assistant</strong> to work with a pupil in Year 4 who displays extremely challenging behaviour. Based at a Primary School in Trafford, this role offers the opportunity to make a real difference in a student's educational journey, providing vital support to ensure their success and well-being.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Provide 1:1 support for a Year 4 pupil with significant behavioural challenges.</li><li>Implement effective strategies to manage and de-escalate challenging behaviour.</li><li>Work closely with the class teacher and other professionals to create an individualised support plan.</li><li>Assist with academic work where necessary, ensuring the pupil remains engaged and supported.</li><li>Foster a positive, safe, and inclusive learning environment.</li><li>Record and report on pupil progress, behaviours, and interventions.</li></ul><p><strong>The Ideal Candidate:</strong></p><ul><li>Previous experience working with SEND or with students who exhibit challenging behaviour.</li><li><strong>Team-Teach</strong> trained (or willingness to undergo training if required).</li><li>A calm, patient, and proactive approach to behaviour management.</li><li>Strong communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team.</li><li>A commitment to supporting the emotional and academic development of students.</li><li>A flexible and adaptable attitude in response to changing situations.</li></ul><p>This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Behaviour Support Teaching Assistant who thrives in a supportive and dynamic role. If you are passionate about making a positive impact on a child's education and are equipped to support them in overcoming behavioural challenges, get in touch.</p><p>Please call Stephen on and or email your CV to </p><img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?GCyQiLeUhGX2qLjXNtOcoKcBxeDOdTQTj" width="0" height="0" />