Job Description

Behaviour Support Teaching Assistant

Location: PlymouthPay: £14.61 per hourStart date: ASAP

Reed Education are working in partnership with a primary school in Plymouth to recruit an experienced Behaviour Support Teaching Assistant for a September start.

This is a rewarding opportunity for a confident Teaching Assistant who thrives in a dynamic classroom environment and can provide consistent, adaptable support to pupils with behavioural needs.

About the role

You will be primarily supporting two pupils within a mainstream primary classroom. One pupil can present with fluctuating engagement, including refusal to follow instructions and sudden changes in mindset. The second pupil, currently undergoing the EHCP process, requires additional but more manageable support.

The role requires close, proactive support to ensure both pupils can access learning while maintaining a positive environment for the wider class.

Key responsibilities

• Provide one to one and small group support within the classroom
• Support a pupil who may disengage or refuse tasks, even when motivated by preferred activities
• Use a range of approaches, including calm, reassuring or enthusiastic communication
• Support transitions between activities, including the use of visual timetables
• Help pupils regulate behaviour and remain engaged in learning
• Adapt quickly when tasks are completed, supporting the wider class where required
• Promote a positive and inclusive learning environment

The ideal candidate

• Has proven experience supporting children with behavioural or additional needs
• Demonstrates strong behaviour management skills
• Is calm, patient and highly resilient
• Can adapt quickly within an unpredictable environment
• Is confident working both one to one and across a classroom

Why apply through Reed Education

• Competitive hourly pay
• Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant
• Access to a wide range of opportunities in local schools
• The opportunity to make a genuine impact in education

Apply now

If you are an experienced Teaching Assistant ready for your next challenge, we would love to hear from you.

Please apply with your CV or contact Reed Education Plymouth for more information.