We are seeking a Behaviour Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming and inclusive secondary school in Brent, providing 1:1 support for a pupil with Special Educational Needs (SEN) and Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. This is a rewarding opportunity for someone passionate about helping young people overcome barriers to learning and achieve their full potential.
The Role
As a Behaviour Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with a pupil on a one-to-one basis, supporting their academic progress, emotional wellbeing, and behaviour management throughout the school day.
Key responsibilities include:
- Providing dedicated 1:1 support to a pupil with SEN and SEMH needs
- Building a positive and trusting relationship to encourage engagement in learning
- Supporting behaviour regulation and implementing agreed behaviour strategies
- Working alongside teachers, SENCOs, and pastoral staff to support the student's individual needs
- Promoting positive social interactions and emotional development
- Monitoring progress and providing feedback to teaching staff
- Creating a safe, supportive, and nurturing learning environment
We are looking for someone who:
- Has experience working with children or young people with SEN, SEMH, or behavioural needs
- Can remain calm, patient, and positive in challenging situations
- Has strong behaviour management and communication skills
- Is passionate about supporting young people to succeed both academically and personally
- Can build strong professional relationships with students, staff, and parents
- Has experience in a school, youth work, mentoring, support work, or similar setting (desirable)
What the School Offers
- Supportive and experienced leadership team
- Inclusive and welcoming secondary school environment
- Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
- Opportunity to make a lasting impact on a young person's life
- Excellent transport links across Brent and surrounding areas
Apply Today
If you're a dedicated Behaviour Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding role supporting a pupil with SEN and SEMH needs in a Brent secondary school, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply now to be considered for this exciting opportunity.
Application Requirements for Veritas Education
- All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
- Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
- You must have legal right to work in the UK
- You must be willing to attend a registration interview
Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.
Disclaimer
'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'
