Specialist Teaching Assistant - Behaviour Support (Lower Secondary)

Harrow
£95-£105 per day
Term Time Only | Full-time
Immediate Start

Sanza Teaching Agency is working with a specialist secondary school in Harrow to recruit a Specialist Teaching Assistant to support pupils with behavioural needs. This role is ideal for candidates with experience supporting young people who may display challenging or impulsive behaviour in school, youth work, or social care settings.

Role Overview:

You will work closely with lower secondary pupils who require additional guidance to manage their behaviour and access the curriculum. The role involves providing structured, consistent support to help students develop strategies to regulate behaviour, engage with learning, and participate safely in school life. You should have a calm approach, a good sense of humour and able to set clear boundaries and expectations for behaviour.

Key Responsibilities:

Support pupils with behavioural needs on a one-to-one or small group basis

Implement and reinforce strategies to manage challenging behaviour

Observe, monitor, and record pupil progress, reporting back to teachers and the SENCO

Assist students in developing emotional regulation, social skills, and problem-solving strategies

Support transitions and routines within the school day to ensure stability and consistency

Contribute to the development of individual behaviour plans and learning activities

Candidate Requirements:

Experience supporting young people with behavioural or additional needs in school, youth support, or social care

Calm, consistent, and patient approach with the ability to build trusting relationships

Strong observational and communication skills

Ability to adapt to changing situations and individual student needs

Committed to helping students develop strategies to succeed socially and academically

Role Details:

Hours: 8:15am - 3:45pm, term time only

Start: Immediate

Salary: £95-£105 per day (depending on experience)

Safeguarding:

Sanza Teaching Agency is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants must hold, or be willing to obtain, an enhanced DBS check and provide references covering the last two years.

To apply, please send your CV to