Behaviour Specialist Teaching Assistant - Primary School in Oxford
Are you a patient, compassionate, and resilient individual with a passion for supporting children with behavioural needs? We are working on behalf of a welcoming primary school in Oxford, seeking a Behaviour Specialist Teaching Assistant to join the dedicated team.
About the Role:
This is a rewarding opportunity to provide tailored support to pupils who may face challenges in their learning due to behavioural or emotional needs. You will work closely with teachers, SEN staff, and parents to help children develop positive behaviours, build confidence, and engage fully in school life.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with behavioural needs
- Implement behaviour management strategies to promote positive learning experiences
- Work closely with teachers and SENCO to support children's individual learning plans
- Build strong relationships with pupils, staff, and parents to create a supportive environment
- Help create a safe, structured, and inclusive learning space for all students
What We're Looking For:
- Experience working with children with behavioural or emotional needs (essential)
- A calm, patient, and proactive approach to supporting young learners
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- The ability to de-escalate challenging situations with confidence
- A Level 2 or 3 qualification in Supporting Teaching & Learning or a related field (desirable but not essential)
What We Offer:
- A supportive and collaborative school environment
- Training and development opportunities to enhance your skills
- A chance to make a real impact on children's lives
- Competitive salary based on experience
If you are passionate about helping children overcome challenges and reach their full potential, we would love to hear from you.
Apply now and become a valued member of the team.
We are a premier education recruitment agency dedicated to serving primary schools across the UK. We specialize in connecting passionate and qualified educators with schools in need of their expertise. Our mission is to support primary education by ensuring that every classroom is staffed with capable and inspiring teachers who are committed to fostering a nurturing and effective learning environment.
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Dunbar Education is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding to ensure the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, to share this commitment. To adhere with safer recruitment procedures and guidelines, all registrations will be required to fill out our application form in, to receive work. This will be subject to pre-employment checks including an enhanced DBS disclosure and satisfactory references. Dunbar Education is an equal opportunities employer and recognises the value of and seeks to achieve a diverse workforce in schools. We welcome applications from all backgrounds. Dunbar Education is a member of ASPCo compliance plus, for more information please refer to our recruitment & selection policy statement.
