Behaviour Teaching Assistant

Teaching Assistant - Specialist School Setting

Location: Ystradgynlais
Pay: Competitive daily rates
Contract Type: Full-time & Part-time Opportunities Available
Recruiter: Teaching Personnel

Are you passionate about supporting children and young people to overcome barriers, build confidence, and achieve success?

Teaching Personnel is currently seeking dedicated and compassionate Teaching Assistants to join a specialist educational setting in Ystradgynlais, supporting both primary and secondary-aged pupils with a range of social, emotional and behavioural needs (SEBD). Many learners may have experienced trauma, adverse childhood experiences (ACEs), and challenges that impact their engagement with education.

Nestled within beautiful grounds and offering a highly supportive and nurturing environment , this specialist setting focuses on helping pupils develop emotionally, socially, and academically. Staff work closely together to create a safe space where every learner can thrive and feel valued.

The Role

As a Teaching Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting pupils both inside and outside the classroom. You'll help to build trust, encourage positive behaviour, and support young people in reaching their full potential.

✅ Key Responsibilities

Support teaching and learning activities within the classroom

Provide 1:1 and small group support

Build positive and trusting relationships with pupils

Support children and young people with behavioural, emotional, and trauma-related needs

Encourage communication, social interaction, and emotional regulation

Assist with creative, practical, and outdoor learning activities

✏️ Help implement individual learning and behaviour support plans

Monitor and record pupil progress and wellbeing

Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists, and support staff

️ Promote safeguarding and maintain a safe learning environment

We're Looking For Someone Who:

✔️ Is patient, resilient, and empathetic

✔️ Has experience working with children, young people, or vulnerable adults (desirable but not essential)

✔️ Has an interest in behaviour support, trauma-informed practice, and additional learning needs

✔️ Can remain calm and positive in challenging situations

✔️ Is passionate about making a meaningful difference every day

What Teaching Personnel Offers

✅ Competitive rates of pay

✅ Flexible working opportunities

✅ Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement

✅ Access to a wide range of FREE CPD and training courses, including:

Behaviour Management

Thrive Approach

️ Safeguarding & Child Protection

Trauma-Informed Practice

Autism Awareness

Mental Health & Wellbeing

Additional Learning Needs (ALN)

Team Teach Awareness

And many more!

Free onsite parking

Opportunities for long-term placements and permanent positions

Valuable experience within a highly rewarding specialist education setting

Why Join?

Every day brings the opportunity to positively impact a child's life. You'll help pupils build confidence, develop essential life skills, overcome challenges, and celebrate achievements big and small.

If you're looking for a rewarding role where no two days are the same and where you can truly make a difference, we'd love to hear from you!

Apply today with Teaching Personnel and take the first step towards a rewarding career supporting children and young people in Ystradgynlais. ✨

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.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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