Behaviour Specialist Teaching Assistant

Company: SANZA Teaching Agency
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Location: London
Job Description:

Job Overview

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

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 straightforward

Staff 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

  • 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 behaviour

Ideal Candidate

  • 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 progress

Pay & Benefits

Transparent pay – no umbrella companies. Long‑term opportunity in a supportive school.

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Posted: June 1st, 2026