Full job descriptionBehaviour Support Teaching AssistantHuddersfield Secondary School | ASAP Start | Long-Term Until Christmas (Potential Extension)Ready to make a real difference to young people’s lives every single day?
Hays Education are proud to be working with a large and supportive secondary school in Huddersfield to recruit a Behaviour Support Teaching Assistant for an immediate start. This is a full-time, long-term position running until Christmas initially, with a strong possibility of being extended further for the right candidate.If you’re passionate about supporting young people, confident, building positive relationships, and thrive in a fast-paced secondary school environment, we’d love to hear from you.
The RoleAs a Behaviour Support Teaching Assistant, you will play a key role in helping students overcome barriers to learning, promoting positive behaviour, and supporting pupils both inside and outside the classroom.Your responsibilities will include:
*Providing one-to-one and small-group behaviour support.
*Working alongside teachers to maintain a positive learning environment.
*Supporting pupils with social, emotional, and behavioural needs.
*Helping students remain engaged and focused during lessons.
*Building strong, professional relationships with young people.
*Encouraging positive choices and promoting excellent behaviour.
*Supporting the school’s pastoral and behaviour teams when required.
What We’re Looking ForThe ideal candidate will have: Experience supporting behaviour in a secondary school or similar setting within the last two years. Strong communication and relationship-building skills. A calm, patient, and resilient approach. The ability to engage and motivate young people who may face challenges in education. A genuine passion for helping students succeed both academically and personally.Experience as a Teaching Assistant, Behaviour Mentor, Youth Worker, Sports Coach, Residential Support Worker, or similar role would be highly advantageous.
What You’ll Receive
*Competitive weekly pay through Hays Education.
*Full-time, long-term employment.
*Opportunity to work within a large and welcoming secondary school.
*Ongoing support from your dedicated Hays consultant.
*Access to free CPD and training opportunities.
*Potential for the role to continue beyond Christmas.
Apply TodayThis is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys making a positive impact, building relationships with young people, and helping students achieve their full potential.If you’re looking for your next rewarding role in education and can start ASAP, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now through Hays Education and take the next step in your career

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