Behaviour Support Assistant

Job description

Join Tradewind Education Agency as a Behaviour Support Assistant and work in a fantastic Primary School in Bristol

Behaviour Support Assistant

Are you an experienced teaching assistant with a passion for making a difference in the lives of students? Tradewind are seeking dedicated and resilient Behaviour Support Assistants to join our team and work in one of our lovely, modern primary schools in Bristol. These are full-time Teaching Assistant positions for term 2, starting ASAP. SEN experience would be highly sought after by our schools as the majority of roles are supporting SEN students 1:1

About Us:

Tradewind Education Agency is a leading education agency committed to providing high-quality support to schools and educational institutions. We pride ourselves on connecting talented professionals with rewarding roles in the education sector. Joining us means becoming part of a dynamic community focused on making a positive impact on the lives of students. We have a 5-star rating on google based on over 240 reviews from Teachers and TAs who have worked for us in the Southwest.

The Role:

As a Behaviour Support Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting students with challenging behaviour across the school. Your resilient nature, good sense of humour, and ability to build strong relationships will contribute to creating a positive and inclusive learning environment. This full-time position requires your availability from Monday to Friday, 8:30 am to 3:30 pm.

Responsibilities:

Provide individualised support to students displaying challenging behaviour, helping them manage their emotions and make positive choices.

Implement behaviour management strategies outlined by the school, utilizing positive reinforcement techniques, and promoting self-regulation skills.

Build strong relationships with students based on trust, respect, and understanding, supporting their academic and emotional development.

Collaborate closely with teachers and school staff to develop and implement behaviour support plans, providing feedback on the effectiveness of interventions.

Handle challenging situations and use appropriate de-escalation techniques to manage disruptive behaviour when necessary.

Requirements:

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Bristol

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

02-11-2026

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English