Behaviour Support Assistant

Behaviour Support Assistant

Location: Stockton-on-Tees

Salary: £95- £110 per day, depending on experience

About the Role:
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Behaviour Support Assistant to join our team in supporting students across our secondary schools. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of young people by promoting positive behaviour, emotional wellbeing, and engagement with learning.

As a Behaviour Support Assistant, you will work closely with teaching staff, pastoral teams, and senior leaders to support students who may experience behavioural, emotional, or social challenges. You will help create a safe, respectful, and inclusive environment where every student has the opportunity to thrive.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide tailored support to students with behavioural needs, both in and out of the classroom.
• Promote positive behaviour strategies and restorative approaches.
• Support staff in managing incidents calmly and consistently.
• Build positive, trusting relationships with students to encourage self-regulation and engagement.
• Work one-to-one or in small groups to deliver targeted interventions.
• Assist in developing and implementing individual behaviour plans.
• Monitor and report on student progress and behaviour patterns.
• Collaborate with teachers, SENCOs, and external agencies as required.

What We’re Looking For:

• Experience working with young people, particularly those with behavioural or SEMH needs (within education, youth work, or a similar setting).
• A calm, patient, and empathetic approach to supporting students.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Resilience and the ability to remain positive under pressure.
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

Desirable:

• Knowledge of trauma-informed practice or restorative behaviour approaches.
• Relevant qualifications in education, youth work, or psychology.

Why Join Us?

• 24/7 access to our CPD training academy
• Referral bonus scheme
• A chance to make a real impact in students’ lives.
• Opportunities to access free training courses such as Thrive

To apply please register with your up-to-date CV covering the last 10 years of employment and studying.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced child DBS check and satisfactory references.

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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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