Aspire People
Behaviour Teaching Assistant – SEN Primary School
Behaviour Teaching Assistant – SEN Primary School at Aspire People, based in Lancashire, paying £25,000 - £29,999 per annum. This is a permanent role.
- Pay
- £25,000 - £29,999 per annum
- Hours and contract
- Permanent · On site
- Location
- Lancashire
- Closing date
- Sector
- Teaching Assistant
- DBS check
- Immediate start
About 15% above the going rate for teaching assistant
Reference 5419340302
About the role
Behaviour Teaching Assistant – SEN Primary School Location: Bolton Position: Full–Time Long–Term Interviews: Immediate – School Looking to Interview ASAP Aspire People are currently recruiting for a dedicated, resilient and enthusiastic Behaviour Teaching Assistant to join a specialist SEN primary school in Bolton. This is a fantastic full–time, long–term opportunity for someone with a background in Psychology, Educational Psychology or a related field, who has a genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs and managing challenging behaviour. The school is looking for someone who has previous experience working with children with SEN and/or SEMH needs and understands the importance of building positive relationships, supporting emotional regulation and promoting positive behaviour. This role would be particularly suited to Psychology or Educational Psychology graduates looking to gain further hands–on experience within a specialist education setting. The Role: Providing 1:1 and small–group support to pupils with additional needs. Supporting children with behavioural, social, emotional and mental health needs. Managing and responding appropriately to challenging behaviour. Helping pupils regulate their emotions and develop positive coping strategies. Identifying individual triggers and implementing appropriate behaviour management strategies. Building positive, trusting relationships with pupils. Supporting teaching and learning within the classroom. Working closely with the class teacher and wider SEN team to ensure consistent support. The Ideal Candidate: Holds a degree in Psychology, Educational Psychology or another relevant subject. Has previous experience working with children with SEN and/or SEMH needs. Has experience managing challenging behaviour and supporting emotional regulation. Understands the importance of positive behaviour management and de–escalation techniques. Is patient, resilient, empathetic and confident when dealing with challenging situations. Can build rapport with children who may struggle to engage within a traditional classroom environment. Is passionate about supporting vulnerable children and helping them reach their full potential. Relevant Experience: We would particularly welcome applications from: Psychology and Educational Psychology graduates. Candidates with previous experience in specialist SEN/SEMH schools. Behaviour Mentors and Teaching Assistants. Residential Support Workers from children's care homes. Youth Workers and Children's Support Workers. Candidates with experience supporting children with complex behavioural needs. Why Apply? Full–time, long–term opportunity. Immediate interview opportunities. Excellent experience within a specialist SEN primary school. Opportunity to develop your skills in behaviour management and SEN support. A rewarding role where you can make a genuine difference to children's lives. Ongoing support from your dedicated Aspire People consultant. Essential Requirements: An enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service. References covering the last two years. Previous experience supporting children or young people with SEN/SEMH and/or challenging behaviour. A genuine passion for working with children with additional needs. Interested? If you have a background in Psychology, Education or Children's Support and have the experience and resilience to support pupils with additional needs, we would love to hear from you! The school is looking to interview candidates ASAP, so don't miss out! Apply today through Aspire People. Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.
Reference: 5419340302 · Posted 7 hours ago · Closes 9 Dec 2026 · Listed via Aspire People
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