Behavioural Teaching Assistant
| Posting date: | 17 February 2026 |
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| Salary: | £95 to £115 per day |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 17 March 2026 |
| Location: | Shepshed, Leicestershire |
| Company: | senploy |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 204010 |
Summary
Behavioural Teaching Assistant
Location: Leicestershire (LE12)
Pay: £95 - £115 per day
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 3:30pm
Start Date: ASAP
Contract: Temp to Perm
Are you passionate about supporting children with additional behavioural needs?
We are currently recruiting for a Behavioural Teaching Assistant to join an Alternative Provision all-through school in Leicestershire. The school specialises in supporting pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs and delivers a tailored, therapeutic curriculum designed to build confidence, resilience, and positive learning behaviours.
This is a varied and rewarding role, requiring flexibility to work across different age groups and subject areas.
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Provide 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with behavioural challenges
Provide 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with behavioural challenges
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Implement behaviour management strategies in line with school policies
Implement behaviour management strategies in line with school policies
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Work collaboratively with teachers, the SENCO, and parents to monitor progress
Work collaboratively with teachers, the SENCO, and parents to monitor progress
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Create a calm, structured environment that promotes engagement and routine
Create a calm, structured environment that promotes engagement and routine
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Support pupils' social and emotional development through positive role modelling
Support pupils' social and emotional development through positive role modelling
We are looking for someone who:
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Has experience supporting children with behavioural or SEMH needs
Has experience supporting children with behavioural or SEMH needs
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Demonstrates patience, resilience, and a calm, consistent approach
Demonstrates patience, resilience, and a calm, consistent approach
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Has the energy and stamina to support active pupils throughout the school day
Has the energy and stamina to support active pupils throughout the school day
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Communicates effectively and builds strong, trusting relationships
Communicates effectively and builds strong, trusting relationships
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Is genuinely committed to helping young people achieve their full potential
Is genuinely committed to helping young people achieve their full potential
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Competitive weekly pay (£400-£440) with long-term stability
Competitive weekly pay (£400-£440) with long-term stability
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A supportive and inclusive school environment
A supportive and inclusive school environment
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Ongoing professional development opportunities
Ongoing professional development opportunities
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The chance to make a meaningful, lasting difference in pupils' lives
The chance to make a meaningful, lasting difference in pupils' lives
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Trial day offered - no formal interview required
Trial day offered - no formal interview required
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Clear progression pathways within specialist education
Clear progression pathways within specialist education
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Dedicated consultant support
Dedicated consultant support
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Free access to mental and physical wellbeing programmes
Free access to mental and physical wellbeing programmes
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Ongoing training and mentoring
Ongoing training and mentoring
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Immediate interviews and trial days available
Immediate interviews and trial days available
Trial days and interviews are being arranged immediately.
Apply today to learn more about the role.
Not quite the right fit? Get in touch to discuss other opportunities across Derbyshire and surrounding areas.
We are 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.
Location: Leicestershire (LE12)
Pay: £95 - £115 per day
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 3:30pm
Start Date: ASAP
Contract: Temp to Perm
Are you passionate about supporting children with additional behavioural needs?
We are currently recruiting for a Behavioural Teaching Assistant to join an Alternative Provision all-through school in Leicestershire. The school specialises in supporting pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs and delivers a tailored, therapeutic curriculum designed to build confidence, resilience, and positive learning behaviours.
This is a varied and rewarding role, requiring flexibility to work across different age groups and subject areas.
-
Provide 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with behavioural challenges
Provide 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with behavioural challenges
-
Implement behaviour management strategies in line with school policies
Implement behaviour management strategies in line with school policies
-
Work collaboratively with teachers, the SENCO, and parents to monitor progress
Work collaboratively with teachers, the SENCO, and parents to monitor progress
-
Create a calm, structured environment that promotes engagement and routine
Create a calm, structured environment that promotes engagement and routine
-
Support pupils' social and emotional development through positive role modelling
Support pupils' social and emotional development through positive role modelling
We are looking for someone who:
-
Has experience supporting children with behavioural or SEMH needs
Has experience supporting children with behavioural or SEMH needs
-
Demonstrates patience, resilience, and a calm, consistent approach
Demonstrates patience, resilience, and a calm, consistent approach
-
Has the energy and stamina to support active pupils throughout the school day
Has the energy and stamina to support active pupils throughout the school day
-
Communicates effectively and builds strong, trusting relationships
Communicates effectively and builds strong, trusting relationships
-
Is genuinely committed to helping young people achieve their full potential
Is genuinely committed to helping young people achieve their full potential
-
Competitive weekly pay (£400-£440) with long-term stability
Competitive weekly pay (£400-£440) with long-term stability
-
A supportive and inclusive school environment
A supportive and inclusive school environment
-
Ongoing professional development opportunities
Ongoing professional development opportunities
-
The chance to make a meaningful, lasting difference in pupils' lives
The chance to make a meaningful, lasting difference in pupils' lives
-
Trial day offered - no formal interview required
Trial day offered - no formal interview required
-
Clear progression pathways within specialist education
Clear progression pathways within specialist education
-
Dedicated consultant support
Dedicated consultant support
-
Free access to mental and physical wellbeing programmes
Free access to mental and physical wellbeing programmes
-
Ongoing training and mentoring
Ongoing training and mentoring
-
Immediate interviews and trial days available
Immediate interviews and trial days available
Trial days and interviews are being arranged immediately.
Apply today to learn more about the role.
Not quite the right fit? Get in touch to discuss other opportunities across Derbyshire and surrounding areas.
We are 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.