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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