Behaviour Support Teaching Assistant - Year 4 (1:1 Support)

Behaviour Support Teaching Assistant - Year 4 (1:1 Support)

📍 Location: Oldham

📅 Start Date: ASAP

📄 Contract Type: Full-time | Long-term

💷 Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

Are you an empathetic and resilient professional with experience supporting children with SEND and challenging behaviour? Are you confident using behaviour management strategies to help pupils engage positively with learning?

Tradewind Recruitment

is currently recruiting for a dedicated Behaviour Support Teaching Assistant to provide 1:1 support for a Year 4 pupil within a supportive primary school in Oldham.

This is a rewarding opportunity to make a genuine difference in a child's educational journey by helping them feel supported, safe, and able to succeed within the classroom environment.

The Role

As a Behaviour Support Teaching Assistant, you will:

Provide focused 1:1 support for a Year 4 pupil with behavioural needs

Use effective de-escalation and behaviour management strategies to support positive outcomes

Work closely with the class teacher and external professionals to follow an individual support plan

Encourage the pupil's engagement in learning and classroom activities

Maintain a calm, positive, and consistent approach throughout the school day

Record behaviour incidents, progress, and interventions when required

Build a trusting and supportive relationship with the pupil to encourage confidence and development

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

Experience supporting pupils with SEND and/or challenging behaviour

Team-Teach training, or willingness to complete relevant training

A calm, patient, and resilient approach to behaviour support

Strong communication and teamwork skills

The ability to adapt quickly to changing situations within the classroom

A genuine passion for helping children overcome barriers to learning

What the School Offers

A supportive and inclusive school environment

Ongoing professional development opportunities

Long-term stability with competitive rates of pay

The opportunity to make a lasting impact on a child's education and wellbeing

A rewarding role within a dedicated and experienced staff team

This position is ideal for someone who thrives in a hands-on and dynamic environment and is committed to helping children develop the confidence, structure, and support they need to succeed.

How to Apply

To apply, please contact Chris Morgan by calling (phone number removed) or send your CV to (url removed)