Behaviour Support Assistant

TeacherActive, one of the UK’s largest education recruitment agencies, is proud to be supporting Primary Schools across East London, including a well-established school in Poplar with a specialist SEND provision, who are seeking Behaviour Support Assistants to join their team.

This role is ideal for individuals who are resilient, proactive, and adaptable, and who are confident supporting pupils with a wide range of additional needs. The school works with students presenting SEMH, ASD, ADHD, communication difficulties, behavioural needs, medical needs, and global developmental delay, and requires staff who can respond calmly and flexibly to changing situations.

The Behaviour Support Assistant will work closely with pupils on a 1:1 and small-group basis, supporting emotional regulation, engagement in learning, and positive behaviour throughout the school day. You will be expected to work collaboratively with the class teacher, SENDCo, and wider support team to provide consistency, structure, and appropriate interventions.

Whether you are seeking day-to-day supply, a long-term placement, or a permanent role, TeacherActive offers a smooth, fully online onboarding process and ongoing support throughout your placement.

The successful Behaviour Support Assistant will have:

• Experience working with children or young people with SEND and/or behavioural needs

• Confidence supporting pupils who may display challenging behaviour

• The ability to remain calm, consistent, and solution-focused in high-pressure situations

• Strong communication and relationship-building skills

• A flexible and adaptive approach, responding to individual pupil needs and triggers

• A genuine commitment to supporting pupils’ wellbeing, safety, and development

In return, you can expect:

• A dedicated consultant available to support you throughout your placement

• Guaranteed Payment Scheme (Terms and Conditions apply)

• Access to CPD courses and certificates through our My-Progression platform

• Market-leading rates of pay

• TeacherActive Referral Scheme – earn up to £100 for referring a friend (Terms and Conditions apply)

All staff are paid on a PAYE basis, ensuring the correct level of tax and National Insurance is paid, with no hidden admin fees.

If you are interested in this role, please click APPLY NOW, or get in touch directly for more information.

Email: [email protected]
Telephone: 020 7858 6655

All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive.



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