Your new company

Are you passionate about making a positive impact on young people’s lives? Hays Education is working with a supportive secondary school in Preston to recruit a Behaviour Specialist Teaching Assistant to join their team from January.

Your new role

As a Behaviour Specialist TA, you will:

• Provide targeted 1:1 and small group support for students with behavioural and emotional needs.

• Implement strategies to promote positive behaviour and engagement in learning.

• Work closely with teaching staff and pastoral teams to create a safe, inclusive environment.

• Support classroom learning and, where required, assist with lunchtime or playground supervision.

What you'll need to succeed

• Experience supporting students with behavioural challenges in an educational setting.

• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build trust and rapport.

• Resilience, patience, and a proactive approach to problem-solving.

• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting student welfare.

What you'll get in return

• Competitive pay rates.

• Opportunity for a long-term role until summer following a successful trial period.

• Ongoing professional development and support from your dedicated Hays consultant.

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.

If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.