Behaviour Management Teaching Assistant

Behaviour Management Teaching Assistant – Swansea
Start Date: ASAP
Contract: Full-time
Location: Swansea
Salary: £89–£95 a day

Are you calm under pressure, confident in the classroom, and passionate about helping young people succeed? We’re seeking a skilled Behaviour Management Teaching Assistant to join a supportive and forward-thinking school in Swansea. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who thrives on making a real difference in students’ lives—every single day.

As a Behaviour Management Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Support pupils with behavioural, social, and emotional needs
• Implement behaviour strategies and de-escalation techniques
• Work closely with teachers, pastoral teams, and SENCOs
• Build strong, positive relationships with pupils
• Provide 1:1 and small-group support
• Promote a safe, engaging, and inclusive learning environment

We want to hear from you if you have:

• Experience supporting young people with challenging behaviour (school, youth work, PRU, residential care, coaching, etc.)
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• A resilient, patient, and empathetic approach
• Strong behaviour management and de-escalation skills
• A genuine passion for helping young people grow and succeed

Team-Teach, PBM, MAPA, or similar behaviour-support training is highly desirable, but not essential.

• Work in a supportive, collaborative school environment
• Competitive daily pay
• Ongoing CPD and training opportunities
• A chance to make a measurable, lasting impact
• Strong potential for long‑term or permanent employment

If you’re ready to help transform students’ learning experiences and bring positivity into the classroom, we’d love to hear from you.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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