Teaching Assistant (Behaviour Support)

Job Description

Teaching Assistant – Year 4 Behaviour Support
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Location: Cardiff\n
Pay: £93–£100 per day\n
Hours: Full-time, term-time only\n
Start Date: After half term\n
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\nAre you a patient, resilient and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant looking to make a real difference in a child’s school experience?\n
\nWe are working with a welcoming primary school in Cardiff looking to appoint a dedicated Teaching Assistant to support a Year 4 pupil who experiences behavioural difficulties. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is passionate about helping children overcome challenges, build confidence and reach their full potential.\n
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The Role:\n
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• Provide dedicated support to a Year 4 pupil, helping them manage their behaviour and engage positively with learning.
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• Build a trusting relationship with the pupil, offering consistent encouragement, guidance and reassurance throughout the school day.
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• Support emotional regulation and help the pupil develop positive coping strategies.
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• Work closely with the class teacher and wider school team to implement behaviour management strategies and maintain a positive learning environment.
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• Encourage the pupil to develop independence, social skills and positive relationships with peers.
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• Help create a calm, structured and supportive environment where the pupil feels safe and able to learn.
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The Ideal Candidate:\n
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• Has experience working with children who display behavioural difficulties or emotional regulation challenges.
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• Is calm, patient, resilient and confident when managing challenging situations.
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• Can build positive relationships with children while maintaining clear and consistent boundaries.
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• Has a proactive, nurturing approach and a genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs.
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• Is reliable, committed and able to work effectively as part of a team.
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Previous experience in a primary school or a similar support role would be highly beneficial, although we are keen to hear from candidates with the right attitude and transferable experience.\n
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What's on Offer?\n
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• £93–£100 per day, depending on experience.
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• Full-time, term-time-only work.
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• A supportive primary school environment in Cardiff.
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• An opportunity to make a meaningful difference to a child's development and education.
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• A start immediately after half term.
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If you're someone who can bring patience, positivity and consistency to the classroom and would love the opportunity to support a child in reaching their potential, we'd love to hear from you!