Challenging Behaviour Teaching Assistant Location: Reading Start Date: ASAP Pay Scale: £90.00 - £105.00 per day Are you a resilient and patient Challenging Behaviour Teaching Assistant looking for a new opportunity within education? Do you have experience supporting children or young people who display challenging behaviour or require additional behavioural and emotional support? A specialist educational setting in Reading is seeking a dedicated Challenging Behaviour Teaching Assistant to join their team as soon as possible. You will play an important role in helping pupils manage their behaviour, develop emotional regulation skills, and engage positively with their education. This Challenging Behaviour Teaching Assistant role will involve: * Providing consistent 1:1 and small group support to pupils * Supporting students who display challenging or disruptive behaviour * Implementing positive behaviour strategies and individual support plans * Helping pupils develop emotional regulation and coping strategies * Using calm and effective de-escalation techniques when required * Encouraging positive behaviour and engagement with learning * Building strong, consistent relationships with pupils * Working closely with teachers, pastoral teams, and other professionals * Creating a structured, safe, and supportive classroom environment * ASAP start in a well-connected Reading location The ideal Challenging Behaviour Teaching Assistant will be calm, patient, and confident when working in potentially challenging situations. Previous experience in education, care, youth work, SEN, or behavioural support would be highly desirable. This role would suit a Challenging Behaviour Teaching Assistant who is passionate about helping young people overcome barriers to learning and develop positive strategies for managing their behaviour. The school provides ongoing guidance and professional development, making this an excellent opportunity for a Challenging Behaviour Teaching Assistant to gain further experience supporting pupils with SEMH and behavioural needs. If you are an experienced Challenging Behaviour Teaching Assistant or have relevant transferable experience, please upload your updated CV directly to this advert. Academics is a leading education recruitment agency, delivering continuity in the classroom. Challenging Behaviour Teaching Assistant - Reading - Berkshire - ASAP Start - Behaviour - SEMH - SEN Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy