Job Description

Behaviour Support Teaching Assistant – KS2

Full Time | August 2026 – July 2027

Monday to Friday | 8:30am – 3:30pm

We are seeking a dedicated and resilient Behaviour Support Teaching Assistant to work with a small group of Key Stage 2 pupils within a welcoming and inclusive primary school setting in Leicester.

This rewarding role is ideal for someone with strong behaviour management skills, a calm and consistent approach, and experience supporting pupils who may require additional behavioural, emotional or learning support. The successful candidate will play a key role in helping pupils access learning, build positive relationships and develop confidence within the classroom environment.

Our school is proud of its broad and balanced curriculum, nurturing ethos and commitment to ensuring every child feels valued, supported and encouraged to achieve their full potential. We believe in creating a caring and engaging learning environment where resilience, curiosity and self-confidence are developed through high-quality learning experiences.

The successful candidate will:

* Have previous experience supporting pupils with behavioural needs within a primary setting

* Demonstrate strong behaviour management strategies and the ability to build positive relationships

* Have good knowledge and understanding of the KS2 curriculum

* Be confident supporting pupils both inside and outside the classroom

* Work effectively alongside teachers, SEND staff and external professionals

* Be patient, proactive and adaptable to the needs of individual pupils

* Promote a positive, inclusive and safe learning environment

In return, the school offers:

* A supportive and welcoming staff team

* A well-resourced and inclusive learning environment

* Opportunities for professional development

* A rewarding role making a genuine difference to pupils’ progress and wellbeing

This is a full-time position, working 5 days per week from August 2026 until July 2027.

If you are passionate about supporting children to succeed both academically and emotionally, we would love to hear from you