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Are you kind, calm, and committed to helping children thrive?
Do you believe that every child deserves the chance to succeed-no matter the challenges they face?
We are looking for a Behaviour Support Teaching Assistant to join a primary school based in Northampton. This is a fantastic opportunity to support pupils who need a little extra help to feel safe, valued, and ready to learn.
Your role will include:
Supporting children with emotional, social, or behavioural needs, both 1:1 and in small groups.
Helping children regulate their emotions and build positive relationships.
Assisting in lessons and encouraging engagement with learning.
Working closely with teachers and support staff to deliver individual behaviour plans.
Communicating effectively with families and other professionals.
We're looking for someone who:
Loves working with children and wants to make a difference.
Is calm under pressure, nurturing, and patient.
Understands the challenges some children face and can offer support with empathy and consistency.
Has experience in a school or childcare setting (experience with SEN or SEMH is a bonus).
Is a team player with a positive attitude.
In return, we offer:
A friendly and supportive school.
Ongoing training and professional development.
A chance to play a key role in helping children grow in confidence and success.
A purposeful and rewarding role where no two days are the same.
Please apply today or get in touch for more information!
If this position isn't quite what you are looking for, please still get in touch to discuss other available roles. If you also know of someone else who may be interested, earn extra money with our referral bonus, up to 250!
If you have not received a response within 7 working days, please assume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. For other available positions please refer to our website.
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.
