1:1 Teaching Assistant - Behaviour Support
Location: Central Stockport
Start Date: ASAP
Contract: Long-Term - Initially Until Christmas 2026
Hours: Full-Time, 5 Days per Week
Pay: Competitive daily rates, paid weekly via our in-house PAYE payroll
Premier Education is recruiting an experienced and resilient Teaching Assistant to provide 1:1 support for a child with behavioural needs at a primary school in Central Stockport.
The position is 5 days per week, starting as soon as possible and initially continuing until Christmas, with the potential to continue beyond this.
We are looking for a Teaching Assistant who is confident supporting children who can display challenging behaviour. The successful candidate will need to build a positive and consistent relationship with the pupil, helping them regulate their behaviour, engage with learning and successfully access the school day.
Previous experience working within a UK primary school is essential for this position.
The Role:
Providing dedicated 1:1 support for a child with behavioural needs
Building a positive, trusting and consistent relationship with the pupil
Supporting the child to remain engaged with classroom learning
Helping the pupil manage emotions and regulate behaviour
Using positive behaviour management and de-escalation strategies
Supporting the child during lessons and other parts of the school day
Encouraging independence, confidence and positive social interactions
Working closely with the class teacher, SENCO and wider support team
Providing consistent support 5 days per week
Candidate Requirements:
Previous experience working within a UK primary school is essential
Experience providing 1:1 support is highly desirable
Experience supporting children with behavioural, SEMH or additional needs would be advantageous
Strong and consistent behaviour management skills
Patient, resilient and able to remain calm in challenging situations
Ability to build positive relationships while maintaining clear boundaries
Reliable and able to commit to 5 days per week
Excellent communication and teamwork skills
Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one)
Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children
What's on Offer:
Full-time, 5 days per week
Immediate start
Regular work initially until Christmas 2026
Potential for the position to continue beyond Christmas
Opportunity to make a real difference to an individual child's education and wellbeing
Competitive daily pay rates
Weekly pay through our in-house PAYE payroll
Ongoing support from a dedicated Premier Education consultant
Premier Education is a trusted education recruitment agency, proudly supporting schools and educators across the North of England since 2001. We take the time to understand your needs and work hard to find you the right role, every time.
The successful applicant will be subject to enhanced DBS and reference checks in line with safer recruitment practices. This role involves safeguarding responsibilities, and candidates must be committed to promoting the welfare of children and young people.
All applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK. We are unable to offer sponsorship for non-UK candidates.
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