Behavioural Teaching Assistant


Company:	senploy
Salary:	£410 to £440 a week
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	LE11 2QG
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	23 Sept 2026
Closing date:	19 Oct 2026

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Summary

Are you passionate about supporting children with additional behavioural needs? Long Term Futures are seeking a dedicated Behavioural Teaching Assistant to join a Specialist Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) provision. This setting offers a tailored, personalised curriculum designed to re-engage pupils with learning and help them build confidence, resilience and positive learning habits. We are also looking for day to day cover which can work well anyone looking for Part Time days.

Key Responsibilities:

- Provide 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with SEMH needs, helping them engage positively with learning.

- Build consistent, trusting relationships with pupils who may have experienced barriers to education.

- Support emotional regulation and positive behaviour using appropriate de-escalation and behaviour strategies.

- Create a calm, structured, and nurturing environment where pupils feel safe, supported, and ready to learn.

- Work closely with teachers, SENCOs, pastoral staff, and external professionals to provide consistent support.

- Encourage pupils to develop resilience, confidence, independence, and positive social and emotional skills.

Person Specification:

- Previous experience supporting children or young people with SEMH, behavioural needs, or additional needs.

- Calm, patient, and resilient, with the ability to respond positively to challenging situations.

- Energetic and physically able to support active pupils throughout the school day.

- Strong communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to establish trust and consistency.

- Confident working as part of a wider team to support pupils' academic, social, and emotional development.

- A genuine commitment to helping young people overcome barriers and achieve positive outcomes.

Why Join Long Term Futures?

- Competitive weekly pay of £410-£440 (after deductions) and long-term stability.

- Supportive school environment with ongoing professional development.

- Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in pupils' lives.

- Trial day offered, no formal interview required.

- We also offer Day to Day cover on this role.

- Clear routes to progression within specialist education

Trial days and interviews are being arranged immediately.

Informal MS Teams meetings and trial days are being arranged immediately for a September start.

Long Term Futures is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to safer recruitment checks including an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

Apply today with Long Term Futures or contact Jimmy directly to discuss the role or arrange a trial day.

Not quite the right fit? We're always keen to connect with talented Teaching Assistants, Tutors, Learning Support Assistants, and Education Professionals looking to make a move across Leicestershire, Derbyshire, Nottinghamshire. Get in touch with Jimmy to explore current and upcoming opportunities.

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