Job Description

Behaviour Support Teaching Assistant - Waltham Forest

Behaviour Support Teaching Assistant

Waltham Forest | Full-Time | September 2026

Are you experienced in supporting young people who require additional behavioural and pastoral support?

Tradewind Recruitment is working with secondary schools across Waltham Forest seeking confident and resilient Behaviour Support Teaching Assistants to join their teams.

The Role

You will work closely with students who may face behavioural, emotional, or social challenges, helping them remain engaged in education and achieve positive outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

Supporting students both in and out of lessons

Building positive relationships and acting as a trusted adult

Implementing behaviour support strategies

Assisting with de-escalation and conflict resolution

Monitoring attendance, engagement, and wellbeing

Supporting reintegration into mainstream learning

The Ideal Candidate

Experience working with secondary-aged students

Strong behaviour management and communication skills

Ability to remain calm under pressure

Passion for supporting vulnerable young people

Experience within education, youth work, mentoring, or pastoral support

Benefits

Long-term opportunities with potential for permanent contracts

Supportive pastoral teams and leadership

Valuable experience within secondary education

Opportunity to make a lasting impact on students' lives

If you're looking for a rewarding role where no two days are the same, apply today