Behaviour Specialist Teaching Assistant

Description

Year 6 Behaviour Specialist Teaching Assistant (Sports Background Preferred)

Location: Brent, North West London (Excellent Jubilee Line Access)

Start Date: ASAP

Salary: £100+ per day (PAYE only)

Contract: Full-Time, Term Time Only

SANZA Teaching Agency are working with a high-performing and well-respected Primary School in Brent who are looking to appoint a confident and proactive Year 6 Behaviour Specialist Teaching Assistant to support pupils who require additional guidance with behaviour, focus and emotional regulation.

Although the pupils are not formally statemented, they benefit greatly from structured support, consistency and positive role models. This role is ideal for someone with a sports, coaching or mentoring background who understands how to channel energy positively and build strong, respectful relationships.

About the School

This is a supportive, inclusive and well-led primary school with a strong focus on pupil wellbeing, high expectations and positive behaviour strategies.

The school offers:

A clear and consistent behaviour policy rooted in positive reinforcement

Strong senior leadership who value support staff and behaviour specialists

A collaborative team culture where staff are well supported

A proactive approach to early intervention and emotional development

Excellent facilities, including outdoor and sports spaces

Easy access via the Jubilee Line, making commuting straightforwardStaff pride themselves on creating a calm, structured environment-particularly in Upper KS2-supporting pupils as they prepare for secondary school.

About the Role - Year 6 Behaviour Specialist TA

You will work closely with a small group of Year 6 pupils who need additional behavioural and emotional support to stay engaged and regulated throughout the school day.

Key responsibilities include:

Providing targeted behaviour support in and out of the classroom

Supporting emotional regulation, focus and self-management

Using sports-based approaches to build engagement, motivation and discipline

Acting as a consistent, positive role model

Supporting learning during lessons and unstructured times

Helping pupils manage transitions and prepare for secondary school

Working closely with the class teacher, SENCO and pastoral team

Promoting resilience, teamwork and positive behaviourThe Ideal Candidate Will Have:

Experience supporting pupils with behavioural or emotional needs

A sports, coaching, mentoring or youth work background (highly desirable)

Experience working with Upper KS2 or similar age groups

A calm, firm and fair approach

Strong communication and relationship-building skills

Confidence managing challenging behaviour positively

A genuine commitment to pupil wellbeing and progressPay & Benefits

£95+ per day (PAYE only)

Transparent pay - no umbrella companies

Long-term opportunity in a supportive schoolWhy Work with SANZA Teaching Agency? xjnqpsq

SANZA Teaching Agency is proud to be recognised as one of the UK's Top 100 Companies to Work For. We offer:

PAYE payroll only - no umbrella companies

Honest, competitive rates

A dedicated consultant who understands behaviour and support roles

Access to 30+ FREE CPD courses, including behaviour management

Ongoing support throughout your placement

Backing from our sister agency, Tradewind Recruitment, one of the UK's leading education recruitersInterested in Applying?

To apply or find out more, please contact

Paige Ferro @ SANZA Teaching Agency

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