Job Description

Behaviour Mentor Teaching Assistant
KS1 (Year 2 ASD Provision)
Location: Ealing, West London (Excellent transport links)
Start Date: ASAP
Contract: Full-Time, Long-Term (until July 2026)
Hours: 8:30am - 3:00pm

Tradewind Recruitment is proud to be working in partnership with a warm, inclusive primary school in Ealing, well regarded for its strong and supportive SEN provision. The school is seeking a dedicated and resilient Behaviour Mentor Teaching Assistant to support pupils within a specialist Year 2 provision for children with complex Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and associated social, emotional, and behavioural needs.

This is a highly rewarding long-term opportunity for a Behaviour Mentor who is passionate about supporting emotional regulation, positive behaviour, and personal development through consistent, trauma-informed, and child-centred approaches.

The Role - Behaviour Mentor Teaching Assistant

You will be responsible for:

  • Supporting pupils with ASD and complex behavioural needs in a specialist Year 2 setting

  • Promoting positive behaviour, emotional regulation, and social communication

  • Implementing behaviour support strategies and personalised intervention plans

  • Supporting pupils during moments of dysregulation using calm, consistent approaches

  • Delivering structured activities including sensory regulation, play-based learning, and social skills work

  • Working closely with the class teacher, SENCO, and wider SEN team

  • Supporting the use of PECS, visual timetables, Attention Autism, and other evidence-based approaches

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

  • Experience supporting children with ASD, SEMH, or complex needs

  • Strong behaviour management and de-escalation skills

  • A calm, patient, and resilient approach

  • The ability to remain composed under pressure

  • Excellent communication and oracy skills

  • A nurturing and trauma-informed mindset

  • Strong timekeeping and the ability to follow structured routines

Desirable Experience:

  • Team Teach or other positive handling training

  • PECS

  • Attention Autism

  • Experience working within specialist or SEN provisions

  • Experience supporting children with SEMH or challenging behaviour

Compliance Requirements:

  • Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)

  • Right to work in the UK

  • Two professional references covering the last two years

  • Full employment history with explanations for any gaps

  • Proof of address

How to Apply:

To register your interest, please email your CV to zoe.mobbs@twrecruitment.com or call 0207 845 5450 (option 4).