SEN Teaching Assistant

Behaviour Management Specialist – SEN Support in Reception & Year 1

Location: Crawley
Rate: £84 - £95 per day (dependent on experience)
Type: Full-Time, Long-Term (September 2025 Start)

Are you passionate about creating positive learning environments for children with SEN? Do you have the expertise to manage and support behaviour effectively in a primary school setting? We are seeking a dedicated Behaviour Management Specialist to work within a vibrant Horsham primary school, supporting children in Reception and Year 1.

This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of children by fostering positive behaviours and contributing to their emotional and academic growth.

Your Responsibilities

• Implement and uphold the school’s behaviour management policies, ensuring consistency and fairness.
• Work closely with children to address challenging behaviours in a supportive and constructive manner.
• Provide one-to-one and small group mentorship to promote positive social and emotional development.
• Collaborate with teaching staff and parents to create tailored behaviour improvement plans.
• Contribute to the development of strategies to enhance the overall school environment.

What We’re Looking For

• Proven experience as a Behaviour Management Specialist or in a similar role.
• Strong understanding of behaviour management strategies and their practical implementation.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trust and rapport with children.
• A proactive, solution-focused approach to addressing challenging behaviour.
• Familiarity with the UK educational system is advantageous.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive Pay: Earn £84–£95 per day, dependent on your experience.
• Dedicated Support: Work with a supportive consultant committed to your professional success.
• Career Development: Access ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
• Meaningful Impact: Play a vital role in improving children’s behaviour, well-being, and academic outcomes.

Take the next step in your career and join a team that values your expertise in behaviour management. This role offers a unique opportunity to positively impact the lives of young learners while working in a collaborative and supportive school environment.

Apply Now to start your journey in September 2025!

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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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