SEN Teaching Assistant - Behavioural Support

SEN Teaching Assistant – Behavioural Support (Primary)

Location: Brighton & Surrounding Areas

Start Date: ASAP

Hours: Full-time / Part-time / Flexible supply options

Salary: £13.70 – £14.50 per hour

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children who need extra support? Do you have the patience, empathy and resilience to support pupils with behavioural needs?

At Supply Desk, we’re working closely with several supportive primary schools across Brighton, and we’re looking for dedicated and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistants (SENTAs) to provide behavioural support to pupils with additional needs.

Whether you have prior experience or are new to the role, if you’re calm under pressure and committed to helping every child succeed – we’d love to hear from you.

What You’ll Be Doing:

Supporting pupils with behavioural and emotional needs, often on a one-to-one basis

Building positive, trusting relationships with children who need extra support

Working closely with class teachers and SENCOs to implement behaviour strategies

Promoting a safe, structured and nurturing environment

Encouraging pupils to develop self-regulation, confidence and positive social skills

Helping to reduce barriers to learning and ensure inclusion in the classroom

About You:

You’re passionate about supporting children with additional and behavioural needs

You remain calm, patient and professional in challenging situations

Experience in a similar role or in SEN settings is highly desirable

You’re emotionally resilient, with excellent communication and interpersonal skills

You’re a team player – flexible, reliable and ready to make an impact

What We Offer:

Flexible working patterns to suit your schedule

Opportunities to work in a range of welcoming and inclusive schools

Competitive hourly rates and ongoing support from your consultant

Free CPD and behaviour management training opportunities

A chance to make a real difference in the lives of children who need it most

Ready to make a positive impact?

Join Supply Desk and be part of something meaningful – supporting Brighton’s young learners to thrive, grow, and succeed.

Supply Desk is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and relevant referencing.