Job Description

Year 6 Behaviour Specialist Teaching Assistant (Sports Background Preferred)
Location: Brent, North West London (Excellent Jubilee Line Access)
Start Date: ASAP
Salary: £95+ per day (PAYE only)
Contract: Full-Time, Term Time Only

SANZA Teaching Agency are working with a high-performing and well-respected Primary School in Brent who are looking to appoint a confident and proactive Year 6 Behaviour Specialist Teaching Assistant to support pupils who require additional guidance with behaviour, focus and emotional regulation.

About the School

This is a supportive, inclusive and well-led primary school with a strong focus on pupil wellbeing, high expectations and positive behaviour strategies.

The school offers:

  • A clear and consistent behaviour policy rooted in positive reinforcement
  • Strong senior leadership who value support staff and behaviour specialists
  • A collaborative team culture where staff are well supported
  • A proactive approach to early intervention and emotional development
  • Excellent facilities, including outdoor and sports spaces
  • Easy access via the Jubilee Line, making commuting straightforward

Staff pride themselves on creating a calm, structured environment-particularly in Upper KS2-supporting pupils as they prepare for secondary school.

About the Role - Year 6 Behaviour Specialist TA

You will work closely with a small group of Year 6 pupils who need additional behavioural and emotional support to stay engaged and regulated throughout the school day.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Providing targeted behaviour support in and out of the classroom
  • Supporting emotional regulation, focus and self-management
  • Using sports-based approaches to build engagement, motivation and discipline
  • Acting as a consistent, positive role model
  • Supporting learning during lessons and unstructured times
  • Helping pupils manage transitions and prepare for secondary school
  • Working closely with the class teacher, SENCO and pastoral team
  • Promoting resilience, teamwork and positive behaviour

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

  • Experience supporting pupils with behavioural or emotional needs
  • A sports, coaching, mentoring or youth work background (highly desirable)
  • Experience working with Upper KS2 or similar age groups
  • A calm, firm and fair approach
  • Strong communication and relationship-building skills
  • Confidence managing challenging behaviour positively
  • A genuine commitment to pupil wellbeing and progress

Pay & Benefits

  • £95+ per day (PAYE only)
  • Transparent pay - no umbrella companies
  • Long-term opportunity in a supportive school

Why Work with SANZA Teaching Agency?

SANZA Teaching Agency is proud to be recognised as one of the UK's Top 100 Companies to Work For. We offer:

  • PAYE payroll only - no umbrella companies
  • Honest, competitive rates
  • A dedicated consultant who understands behaviour and support roles
  • Access to 30+ FREE CPD courses, including behaviour management
  • Ongoing support throughout your placement
  • Backing from our sister agency, Tradewind Recruitment, one of the UK's leading education recruiters

Interested in Applying?

To apply or find out more, please contact
Paige Ferro @ SANZA Teaching Agency