Teaching Assistant - Behaviour Support (Swansea)

Location: Swansea
Start date: ASAP

We are seeking a dedicated and resilient Teaching Assistant to work within a mainstream school in Swansea, supporting pupils who display challenging behaviour and require additional emotional and behavioural support to engage positively with learning.

This is a rewarding role for someone who is calm under pressure, consistent in their approach, and committed to helping pupils develop self-regulation, confidence and positive relationships.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with challenging behaviour
• Support pupils in managing emotions and behaviour within the classroom environment
• Use positive behaviour strategies and de-escalation techniques
• Support pupils to remain engaged in learning and access the curriculum
• Promote a safe, inclusive and supportive learning environment

The Ideal Candidate

• Experience supporting pupils with challenging behaviour in a school or similar setting
• Calm, patient and consistent approach to behaviour support
• Strong communication skills and ability to build positive relationships
• Understanding of behaviour as communication
• Ability to follow behaviour support plans and school policies

Desirable (but not essential)

• Experience with SEMH, ADHD or ASD
• Training in de-escalation or behaviour management
• Previous experience in a mainstream school setting

💡 Why Work With Equal?

• 💷 Competitive daily pay rates (£90 to £95 a day)
• 🎓 Access to free CPD & training opportunities
• 🏫 Placements in supportive, inclusive school environments
• 💳 One of the lowest-cost DBS checks in the sector
• 💼 Company pension scheme
• 🚗 Free and on-site parking at many schools
• 🤝 Referral programme – recommend a friend and earn!

📩 Apply Today

Apply now to join Equal Education Partners and start making a difference where it matters most.

Registering with us is simple and rewarding. You'll need to complete an Enhanced DBS check if you don't already have a DBS, provide valid ID, and share a couple of strong references - and we’ll guide you through the process every step of the way.

💡 Refer a Friend!

We’ve successfully placed thousands of education professionals to roles all over Wales through our place on the Welsh Government’s National Education Recruitment Framework and we believe one of the best ways to find great candidates is through recommendations from people like you!

Do you know a teacher, cover supervisor or teaching assistant, or someone who would be great in a school environment? Have a friend or colleague looking for a new opportunity? Contact us today with their details.

Once you refer them to us, and if we successfully place them into work and they complete 10 supply days, we’ll send you a £100 gift voucher as a thank you!

• You don’t need to have worked with us to refer someone.
• The reward applies whether your referral is for a family member, friend, or colleague.
• Equal Education Partners covers a range of roles across Wales, so don’t hesitate to send us details of anyone looking for alternative or additional work in education.