Behaviour Support Teaching Assistant

Job Description:

Behaviour Support Teaching Assistant
Location: Tamworth, Staffordshire, B79
Pay Rate: £105 - £115 per day
Start Date: ASAP
Contract: Full-time, long-term, temp to perm

Long Term Futures are recruiting for a patient, resilient and proactive Behaviour Support Teaching Assistant to provide dedicated 1:1 support for a pupil with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs within a welcoming and supportive primary school in Tamworth, accessible from Birmingham City Centre, Nuneaton and Lichfield.
This role will involve working closely with a pupil with Autism and SEMH needs, supporting their engagement with learning, and positive behaviour development. The school is seeking a calm and consistent individual who can build a strong, trusting relationship and act as a behaviour mentor, assisting the pupil to feel safe and supported throughout the school day.

Key Responsibilities

• Providing 1:1 support for a pupil with Autism and SEMH needs
• Acting as a positive behaviour mentor, supporting emotional regulation and wellbeing
• Implementing trauma-informed approaches to behaviour
• Supporting the pupil to access learning and remain engaged during lessons
• Building a safe, consistent and trusting relationship with the pupil
• Encouraging confidence, resilience and positive social interaction

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Experience working with children or young people with SEMH and behavioural needs
• Understanding of trauma-informed practice
• Team Teach training or positive handling training is desirable
• Calm, patient and consistent approach to behaviour support
• Strong relationship-building skills and a positive attitude
• Ability to remain resilient and supportive in challenging situations

Why Work with Long Term Futures?
* Long-term placements offering stability and meaningful impact
* Weekly pay via our streamlined digital system
* Free CPD including Behaviour Management, SEMH and Positive Handling
* A dedicated consultant providing ongoing guidance and support

Apply with your CV today to discuss this role in further detail. Jaya from Long Term Futures will be in touch to discuss the position.

Long Term Futures is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to safer recruitment checks including an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.