Behaviour Support Assistant

Behaviour Support Assistant – Huyton

Location: Norris Green, Merseyside
Position: Behaviour Support Assistant
Contract: Full-time, Long-term (with potential for permanent)
Start Date: ASAP

Are you passionate about making a positive impact on children’s lives? Our welcoming primary school in Huyton is seeking a dedicated Behaviour Support Assistant to join our team and help create a safe, supportive learning environment for pupils with additional behavioural needs.

About You:

• Experience working with children or young people, ideally in an educational setting.
• Ability to manage challenging behaviour calmly and effectively.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• A positive, patient, and resilient attitude.
• Willingness to undertake relevant training (e.g., Thrive Approach, Team Teach).

Ideal Candidate:

• Previous experience supporting children with behavioural or social/emotional needs (school or care setting preferred).
• Calm, patient, and resilient when managing challenging situations.
• Strong communication skills and ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff.
• Knowledge of behaviour management strategies and willingness to learn new approaches.
• A proactive attitude and commitment to helping every child succeed.
• Relevant qualifications (e.g., Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant) are desirable but not essential.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with behavioural needs.
• Implement behaviour strategies and interventions under teacher guidance.

Promote a positive and inclusive learning environment.

What We Offer Through Teaching Personnel:

• Competitive Pay: Weekly pay based on your experience and responsibilities.
• Dedicated Consultant Support: Personalised guidance throughout your placement and career.
• Access to CPD Courses: Exclusive professional development opportunities, including behaviour management and safeguarding.
• Flexible Work Options: Opportunities for long-term, short-term, and permanent roles.
• TP Rewards: Discounts on high-street brands, wellbeing support, and more.
• Networking Opportunities: Connect with schools across the region for future career growth.

• Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCO, and parents to support pupil progress.

Apply now or contact the recruitment team for more information.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
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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