Behaviour Support Assistant
Job description
This vacancy has now expired. Please see similar roles below...
Are you an aspiring Support Worker, Child Psychologist or Teaching Assistant?
Do you have experience supporting children with significant social & emotional needs?
If so, this could be the opportunity you have been looking for…
Our client SEN School based in Colchester, is looking to recruit a committed and hard-working Behaviour Teaching Assistant. This is a full time position, which will see you support pupils of all ages.
The school are in search for a diligent and resilient behaviour teaching assistant, ideally with previous experience within a SEMH environment. The pupil can display challenging behaviour; therefore, it is essential for the pupil to have a confident and positive role model in their life. Someone who adopts a therapeutic approach coupled with a strong academic background.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who has the drive to become a support worker or child psychologist, seeking that core experience before moving further on with your studies and training. The school is renowned for its level of training and support offer to members of staff, to encourage further development and retention.
Behaviour Teaching Assistant
- Supporting 1:1
- Pupils have significant Social & Emotional Needs
- Working with the students to engage in lessons & learning
- A more therapeutic approach has seen positive progress
- Positive & confident role model required
- Full Time – September to July
- Typical hours – Term Time - 8:30AM - 4:30PM
If you feel this is a suitable role for you please apply now!
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see teachingpersonnel.com/faqs 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.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
For details of our privacy policy, please see teachingpersonnel.com/privacy-notice
Similar jobs
Salary
Market related
Location free text
Fareham
Job Type
Flexible Working
Salary
£100 - £199 per day
Sector
Primary
Location
Fareham
Description
Flexible Supply Teacher Opportunity – FarehamContract – Part Time and Full TimeStart date – January 2026Are you a confident, adaptable and inspiring teacher looking for flexible work in the Fareham ar
Reference
STF
Expiry Date
DD01YY
Author
Hampshire PrimaryAuthor
Hampshire PrimarySalary
£90 - 95 per day
Location free text
Congleton
Job Type
Part Time
Salary
Less than £100 per day
Sector
Teaching Assistant
Location
Cheshire
Description
Teaching Personnel are currently working with a primary school based in Congleton who are looking for a part-time Learning Support Assistant to start in January. This is a great opportunity for a rece
Reference
893713224
Expiry Date
DD01YY
Author
Manchester North SecondaryAuthor
Manchester North SecondarySalary
£100 - 140 per day + £50 referral bonus
Location free text
Chelmsford
Job Type
Full Time
Salary
£100 - £199 per day
Sector
Teacher
Location
Chelmsford
Description
Unqualified Teacher: ChelmsfordArea: Chelmsford, Essex Salary: £100-£140 per day (varied depending on experience and qualifications) Hours of work: 37.5 hours per week (or ad-hoc flexible) Start date:
Reference
TCCMNOV25
Expiry Date
DD01YY
Author
Essex PrimaryAuthor
Essex PrimarySalary
Market related
Location free text
Fareham
Job Type
Flexible Working
Salary
Less than £100 per day
Sector
Teaching Assistant
Location
Fareham
Description
Teaching AssistantLocation - FarehamContract - Part Time and Full TimeStart date - January 2026We’re seeking a kind, energetic and proactive Teaching Assistant to join a supportive and inclusive prima
Reference
TAFAR
Expiry Date
DD01YY
Author
Hampshire PrimaryAuthor
Hampshire PrimarySalary
£130 - 200 per day
Location free text
Wakefield
Job Type
Full Time
Salary
£100 - £199 per day
£200 - £299 per day
Sector
Religious Studies
Location
Wakefield
Description
Location: Wakefield Job Type: Supply Teaching Industry: Secondary Teacher Reference: Teacher of RE Salary: £130 - 200 per day Job Published: 21/11/2025
Reference
Teacher of RE ES
Expiry Date
DD01YY
Salary
£13.75 - 13.75 per hour
Location free text
Basingstoke
Job Type
Flexible Working
Salary
£10 - £19 per hour
Sector
SEN General
Location
Basingstoke
Description
Learning Support Assistant – SEN Primary School (Basingstoke) Pay: £13.75 per hour Hours: Flexible Employer: Teaching PersonnelAre you passionate about supporting children with Special Educational N
Reference
211125BASAB
Expiry Date
DD01YY
Author
Hampshire SENAuthor
Hampshire SENSalary
£90 - 100 per day
Location free text
Leeds
Job Type
Flexible Working
Salary
Less than £100 per day
Sector
Teaching Assistant
Location
West Yorkshire
Description
Teaching AssistantTeaching Personnel are looking to appoint a Teaching Assistant to join our Leeds Primary Schools. Full-time and part-time applicants are encouraged to apply, term time only. This pos
Reference
Leeds TA 21/11
Expiry Date
DD01YY
Author
West Yorkshire PrimaryAuthor
West Yorkshire PrimarySalary
£13.75 - 13.75 per hour
Location free text
Portsmouth
Job Type
Flexible Working
Salary
£10 - £19 per hour
Sector
SEN General
Location
Portsmouth
Description
Learning Support Assistant – SEN Primary School (Portsmouth) Pay: £13.75 per hour Hours: Flexible Employer: Teaching PersonnelAre you passionate about supporting children with Special Educational Ne
Reference
211125PORTSAB
Expiry Date
DD01YY
Author
Hampshire SENAuthor
Hampshire SENSalary
£13.75 - 13.75 per hour
Location free text
Southampton
Job Type
Flexible Working
Salary
£10 - £19 per hour
Sector
SEN General
Location
Southampton
Description
Learning Support Assistant – SEN Primary School (Southampton) Pay: £13.75 per hour Hours: Flexible Employer: Teaching PersonnelAre you passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of c
Reference
211125SOUTHAB
Expiry Date
DD01YY
Author
Hampshire SENAuthor
Hampshire SENSalary
£90 - 110 per day
Location free text
Bedford
Job Type
Full Time
Salary
Less than £100 per day
£100 - £199 per day
Sector
Special Needs
Location
Bedford
Description
Specialist Teaching Assistant Role in Bedford Are you ready to join a supportive community where every child's potential is nurtured?Teaching Personnel is partnering with an exceptional Specialist Sc
Reference
2455668
Expiry Date
DD01YY
Author
Northants & Counties SENAuthor
Northants & Counties SENRelated posts
Teaser
EducatorsContent Type
TP-PostsPublish date
DD11YY
Summary
This week marks one year since the launch of Teaching Personnel’s CPD Academy, and what an incredible year of learning it’s been!Over the past 12 months, thousands of educators across the country
Teaser
People & CultureContent Type
TP-PostsPublish date
DD10YY
Summary
Meet Morgan Sharkey, Education Recruitment Consultant in our Preston Team What’s your role and what does a typical day look like?
Teaser
Awareness DaysContent Type
TP-PostsPublish date
DD10YY
Summary
This ADHD Awareness Month, Ellen shares her experience of being diagnosed with ADHD and how she's raising awareness of it so more support can be more provided. When someone close to me suggested I
Teaser
EducatorsContent Type
TP-PostsPublish date
DD10YY
Summary
At Teaching Personnel, safeguarding isn’t just a policy - it’s the foundation of everything we do. As the Designated Safeguarding Lead, I’m responsible for ensuring that we embed a culture of “it
Teaser
People & CultureContent Type
TP-PostsPublish date
DD09YY
Summary
Three peaks, three mountains, three countries… and a lot of sweets. Jordan Chapman shares how the team tackled the Three Peaks Challenge to raise money for charities across the UK.
Teaser
Awareness DaysContent Type
TP-PostsPublish date
DD09YY
Summary
Today, we come together to mark National Teaching Assistants’ Day, a celebration of the incredible work that teaching assistants (TAs) do in schools across the country. This year’s theme, “Read To
Teaser
Tips & AdviceContent Type
TP-PostsPublish date
DD09YY
Summary
Walking into a teaching interview can be nerve-wracking, even for experienced teachers. The secret? Preparation. Knowing what to expect, understanding the school, and thinking through your answer
Teaser
Tips & AdviceContent Type
TP-PostsPublish date
DD09YY
Summary
Pay is always a big topic for teachers and school leaders, and with good reason. It affects career choices, retention, and how schools plan. With a 4% rise confirmed for the next academic term, 20
Teaser
Education NewsContent Type
TP-PostsPublish date
DD09YY
Summary
The start of a new academic year brings a mix of excitement and challenge. New timetables and faces are balanced with the realities of staffing, planning, and ensuring the school settles quickly i
Teaser
Tips & AdviceContent Type
TP-PostsPublish date
DD07YY
Summary
Schools are under pressure. Behaviour issues are rising, pupil needs are more complex, and staff are stretched. In 2024, 18.4% of children in England were reported to have some form of special edu
Register with us
for a choice of classroom roles
Register today
Recent jobs