At a Glance
- Tasks: Support teachers and help pupils stay focused in lessons.
- Company: Dynamic educational environment in Middlesbrough.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, flexible hours, and free training courses.
- Other info: Dedicated support and pathways to permanent roles available.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives while gaining valuable experience.
- Qualifications: Experience with young people, calm under pressure, and confidence with teens.
The predicted salary is between 30600 - 37400 £ per year.
Location: Middlesbrough and surrounding areas
Hours: Part-time or Full-time, Monday to Friday, term time only
Pay: £92.56-£105 per day
Start: Immediate and ongoing
What the role involves:
- Supporting teachers in lessons so pupils can stay focused and the class keeps moving
- Working with small groups or individual pupils who need extra help with their learning or behaviour
- Spending time in the inclusion room with pupils who've been removed from lessons, keeping them on task and helping them get back to class
- Stepping in early to calm situations down before they escape
- Building positive relationships with pupils who find school hard
- Following each school's behaviour policy consistently
What I'm looking for:
- Experience working with young people, ideally including some with challenging behaviour. This could be in a school, a pupil referral unit, youth work, residential care, sports coaching or similar
- Someone who stays calm under pressure and holds boundaries consistently
- Confidence working with teenagers, including older Year 10 and 11 pupils
- A Teaching Assistant qualification or Team Teach training is a bonus, but not essential
- An enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to apply for one
What you get from me:
- Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement
- Access to free CPD training courses to boost your skills and employability
- Flexible opportunities with pathways into permanent roles
- Competitive daily pay, paid weekly via PAYE
- Valuable classroom experience to support teacher training applications
Behaviour Support TA employer: Teaching Personnel
Teaching Personnel is an exceptional employer dedicated to empowering educators and supporting their professional growth. With a strong commitment to safeguarding and a nurturing work culture, we offer competitive pay, free CPD training, and a dedicated consultant for guidance throughout your journey. Join us in making a meaningful impact on the lives of young people with additional needs in the vibrant Salford area.
We think you need these skills to ace Behaviour Support TA
Communication Skills
Adaptability
Flexibility
Teamwork
Problem-Solving Skills
Attention to Detail
Time Management
