Behaviour Support Teaching Assistant

Behaviour Support Teaching Assistant - Year 3 (1:1 Support) Location: Oldham Start Date: ASAP Contract Type: Full-time, Long-term Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience Are you a compassionate and dedicated professional with experience supporting students who present challenging behaviour? Do you have a background in SEND and the confidence to implement effective behaviour management strategies? If so, we'd love to hear from you. Tradewind Recruitment is currently seeking a Behaviour Support Teaching Assistant to work on a 1:1 basis with a Year 3 pupil who exhibits significant behavioural challenges. This is a rewarding and impactful role where you'll play a vital part in helping a child remain engaged in school and access learning in a safe and supportive environment. Key Responsibilities: Provide focused 1:1 behaviour support to a Year 3 pupil Use de-escalation and behaviour management techniques to diffuse challenging situations Work with the class teacher and external professionals to implement an individual support plan Support the pupil in completing academic work and staying engaged in learning Maintain a positive, consistent, and calm presence within the classroom Record and report behaviour incidents, progress, and interventions as required The Ideal Candidate Will Have: Experience working with pupils with SEND and/or challenging behaviour Team-Teach training (or willingness to complete training) A calm, patient, and resilient approach to behaviour management Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with staff and parents A flexible and adaptable attitude, able to respond quickly to changing situations This role is perfect for someone with a passion for supporting children who need patience, encouragement, and structure in order to succeed. If you thrive in a hands-on, dynamic environment where every day is different - this is the role for you. How to Apply: Please call Chris on (phone number removed) or email your CV to (url removed)