Are you passionate about helping young people overcome barriers to learning? Do you have the resilience, patience, and empathy to make a real difference every day? The Role Challenging Behaviour Teaching Assistant This is a rewarding and fast-paced role where no two days are the same. You will be supporting pupils who may present with challenging behaviour, helping them to engage positively with their learning and the school environment. Working closely with teaching staff, you will provide both classroom and pastoral support, using effective behaviour management strategies and a calm, consistent approach. You will play a key role in helping pupils regulate their emotions, build positive relationships, and succeed in their education. You'll Be * Experienced in working with children or young people who display challenging behaviour * Confident in behaviour management and de-escalation strategies * Calm, resilient, and able to build strong, trusting relationships * Proactive, patient, and committed to supporting pupil progress and wellbeing We're Academics! * A well-established and highly regarded education recruitment agency * Great rates of pay * Support from a your very own SEN Consultant * Access to a wide range of schools, including exclusive opportunities * A friendly, honest, and supportive service * 'Refer a Friend' incentive scheme Is this role for you? If so, or to discuss the role in more detail or what other opportunities we can provide, send your CV over or give Grace a call! If this role is not what you're looking for but you still want to work with SEN Settings across Kirklees or Calderdale. Academics and our schools are constantly in need of talented education staff to fill a wide variety of positions. Please send your CV over or give our SEN Consultant Grace a call to find out more. Halifax- Challenging Behaviour Teaching Assistant - Halifax