Permanent Primary Behaviour Teaching Assistant
Job Title: Permanent Primary Behaviour Teaching Assistant
Location: Bexley
Salary: £25,000+ (depending on experience)
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
We are seeking a committed and skilled permanent Primary Behaviour Teaching Assistant to join our primary school team. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with experience supporting children with behavioural needs or SEMH challenges. ABA tutors, SEN specialists, and staff from PRU schools are strongly encouraged to apply.
The Role:
As a permanent Primary Behaviour Teaching Assistant, you will work with children across EYFS to KS2, supporting them in both the classroom and Additional Resource Provision. You will play a vital role in helping children access learning, develop positive behaviour, and regulate their emotions.
Responsibilities include:
1. Supporting children with SEMH or behavioural needs using a calm, firm but fair approach
2. Employing de-escalation techniques to manage challenging behaviour effectively
3. Implementing emotional regulation strategies, movement breaks, and sensory interventions
4. Encouraging social skills and promoting positive behaviour consistently
5. Collaborating with teachers, support staff, and families to provide structured and consistent support
6. Observing and recording progress to inform interventions and individual plans
Skills & Experience Required:
7. Proven experience working with children with SEMH, behavioural needs, or similar challenges
8. Knowledge of behaviour management strategies and de-escalation techniques
9. Ability to support emotional regulation, sensory processing, and movement breaks
10. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a collaborative mindset
11. Patience, empathy, and resilience, with the ability to maintain a calm, firm but fair approach
12. Previous experience as an ABA tutor, SEN/PRU worker, or in a related role is highly desirable
Why Join Us?
13. Be part of a supportive and inclusive school community
14. Make a meaningful difference in the lives of children with additional needs
15. Full-time, permanent role with a competitive salary of £25,000+ depending on experience
If you are passionate about helping children flourish and have the skills to succeed in this role, apply today to become our permanent Primary Behaviour Teaching Assistant.