A mainstream primary school based in the heart of Brixton is seeking a Teaching Assistant with experience supporting children with challenging behaviour. Our partnered school is a ‘GOOD’ OFSTED rated school with outstanding features and a supportive leadership team. This is an amazing opportunity for candidates with experience supporting children in a sports-based environment or recent graduates with experience working with children.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support children with challenging behaviour in a classroom and sports-based environment.
• Foster a positive learning atmosphere by promoting engagement and focus.
• Work closely with teachers and other staff to implement tailored strategies to support individual student needs.
• Provide support for children during break times, lunch periods, and other school activities.
• Help in developing and monitoring individual learning plans for students with behavioural challenges.

Requirements:

• Experience supporting children, particularly those with challenging behaviour, is essential.
• A background in sports, youth work, or similar areas is highly desirable.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport with children.
• Ability to work well within a team and take direction from the leadership team and teachers.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.
• Patience, empathy, and resilience when working with children facing behavioural challenges.
• A relevant qualification in education or psychology is preferred but not essential.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary between £85 – £105 PAYE per day. (No Umbrella Payments or Hidden Fees)
• Full-time, term-time position with working hours from 08:30am to 16:00pm, Monday to Friday.
• Immediate start for the right candidate.
• Supportive and welcoming team with a focus on professional development.
• Opportunity to work in a highly rated, inclusive school with outstanding leadership.
• Access to training and development opportunities to enhance your career in education.

This role offers a rewarding opportunity to make a significant impact on the lives of children in a supportive and dynamic school environment. If you have the passion and experience to support children with challenging behaviour, we encourage you to apply.

Challenging Behaviour Assistant | Brixton | £85 – £105 per day PAYE | Full Time | Immediate Start

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