Behaviour Friend

Are you passionate about making a real difference in children’s lives?
Do you have a calm, caring nature and a knack for building meaningful connections with young people?

We’re looking for a Behavioural Friend to join our nurturing and dedicated team at our specialist SEND primary school, supporting boys aged 6–12 with a range of needs including Autism, ADHD, and Learning Difficulties.

About Us

Our school is a safe, supportive, and inclusive setting that celebrates every child’s uniqueness. We pride ourselves on providing personalised learning and emotional support that helps our pupils thrive—academically, socially, and emotionally.

The Role

As a Behavioural Friend, you’ll work 1:1 with individual pupils, supporting their emotional and behavioural development while encouraging positive routines, self-esteem, and independence.

Your role will involve:

• Building strong, trusting relationships with pupils
• Supporting pupils during lessons, transitions, and breaktimes
• Implementing strategies tailored to individual needs
• Encouraging emotional regulation and resilience
• Working closely with teachers, SENCOs, and therapists to ensure holistic support

We’re Looking For Someone Who:

• Is patient, compassionate, and proactive
• Has experience working with children with Autism, ADHD, or Learning Difficulties (desirable, not essential)
• Understands behaviour as communication
• Can remain calm under pressure and think on their feet
• Wants to be a consistent, positive presence in a child’s school life

What We Offer:

• A welcoming, supportive team with ongoing training
• Opportunities for professional development in SEND and behavioural support
• A chance to make a lasting impact on a child’s life
• A rewarding and fulfilling role where no two days are the same

Ready to be the difference?
If you're someone who believes in every child’s potential and loves the idea of being a trusted support for those who need it most, we’d love to hear from you.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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