At a Glance
- Tasks: Support a Year 6 pupil with behavioural challenges and help them thrive academically.
- Company: Specialist SEMH school in Preston with a supportive environment.
- Benefits: Earn up to £600 per week and gain valuable experience.
- Other info: Receive ongoing training in behaviour management and work with an experienced team.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in a young person's life and education.
- Qualifications: Experience in SEMH education, youth work, or mentoring is preferred.
Are you a resilient and confident Behaviour Intervention Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding role supporting a young person with challenging behaviour? Do you have the patience, compassion, and emotional resilience to support a child who struggles with emotional regulation and behavioural difficulties? Perhaps you have experience in SEMH education, youth work, mentoring, or residential care and are looking for an opportunity to make a genuine difference?
A specialist SEMH school in Preston is seeking a dedicated Behaviour Intervention Teaching Assistant to provide intensive support to a Year 6 pupil with significant behavioural challenges. This role involves working as part of a two-person support team, providing a 2:1 Teaching Assistant-to-pupil ratio to ensure consistent, structured, and individualised support.
The Role - Behaviour Intervention Teaching Assistant
As a Behaviour Intervention Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with another Teaching Assistant to support a Year 6 pupil experiencing behavioural, social, and emotional difficulties. The successful Behaviour Intervention Teaching Assistant will play a crucial role in helping the pupil manage challenging situations, develop positive coping strategies, and engage meaningfully with their education.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Providing dedicated 2:1 behavioural and emotional support alongside another Teaching Assistant.
- Implementing consistent behaviour management and de-escalation strategies.
- Supporting emotional regulation, positive communication, and social development.
- Identifying behavioural triggers and responding calmly to challenging situations.
- Building a trusting relationship while maintaining clear, consistent boundaries.
- Working closely with teachers and SEN professionals to implement individual behaviour support plans.
What's on Offer
- Up to £600 per week
- Full-time, long-term Behaviour Intervention Teaching Assistant position
- Opportunity to gain valuable experience in intensive SEMH support
- Ongoing behaviour management and de-escalation training
- Supportive specialist school environment and experienced staff team
This Behaviour Intervention Teaching Assistant role in Preston offers an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful difference to a young person's education, emotional wellbeing, and behavioural development. Click 'Apply Now' to register your interest in this rewarding Behaviour Intervention Teaching Assistant opportunity today!
Behaviour Intervention Teaching Assistant in Preston employer: Prospero Teaching Cardiff
Prospero Teaching Cardiff is an attractive employer due to its commitment to supporting educators in delivering personalized learning experiences. The company fosters a collaborative work culture that encourages professional growth and creativity in lesson planning. Tutors have the opportunity to make a significant difference in students' educational journeys, particularly for those with complex needs.
