1:1 Behaviour Support Assistant - Primary

Aspire People; Peacehaven; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay rates

Dedicated consultant support

Job summary

Aspire People is recruiting for 1:1 Behaviour Support Assistants to support pupils with behavioural and emotional needs across primary schools in Manchester. This role focuses on building positive relationships, implementing strategies, and promoting engagement with learning.

The ideal candidate will have UK school experience, remain calm under pressure, and work closely with teaching staff to support pupils’ needs and progress.

Qualifications

• Recent experience supporting children with behavioural needs in a UK school or relevant setting.
• Confident managing challenging behaviour and using de-escalation techniques.
• Able to build boundaries and positive relationships with pupils.
• Resilient, proactive, adaptable and able to work with teaching staff.

Responsibilities

• Providing dedicated 1:1 support for pupils with behavioural and emotional needs.
• Building positive and consistent relationships with individual pupils.
• Supporting the implementation of behaviour plans and individual strategies.
• Identifying potential triggers and responding appropriately.
• Using positive behaviour management and de-escalation techniques.
• Supporting pupils during lessons, transitions and unstructured times.
• Encouraging emotional regulation, independence and positive choices.
• Helping pupils remain engaged with classroom activities.
• Working closely with teachers, SENCOs and pastoral staff.
• Feeding back on pupil behaviour, engagement and progress.

Skills

Behaviour support

De-escalation techniques

Positive behaviour strategies

Classroom support

Team collaboration

Job description

1:1 BEHAVIOUR SUPPORT ASSISTANT - PRIMARY

Manchester & Surrounding Areas | Full-Time | Long-Term Opportunities | Aspire People

Aspire People are recruiting confident and resilient Behaviour Support Assistants to provide dedicated 1:1 support for pupils within primary schools across Manchester.

This role is ideal for someone who has experience supporting children who display challenging behaviour, struggle with emotional regulation or require additional guidance to access the classroom successfully.

You will play an important role in helping pupils develop positive relationships, manage difficult situations and build the confidence and skills needed to engage with learning.

THE ROLE:

• Providing dedicated 1:1 support for pupils with behavioural and emotional needs
• Building positive and consistent relationships with individual pupils
• Supporting the implementation of behaviour plans and individual strategies
• Identifying potential triggers and responding appropriately
• Using positive behaviour management and de-escalation techniques
• Supporting pupils during lessons, transitions and unstructured times
• Encouraging emotional regulation, independence and positive choices
• Helping pupils remain engaged with classroom activities
• Working closely with teachers, SENCOs and pastoral staff
• Feeding back on pupil behaviour, engagement and progress

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE:

• Has recent experience supporting children with behavioural needs in a UK school or relevant setting
• Is confident managing challenging behaviour
• Has experience using positive behaviour strategies and de-escalation techniques
• Can remain calm, patient and consistent under pressure
• Understands the importance of boundaries and relationship-building
• Is resilient, proactive and adaptable
• Can work collaboratively with teaching staff and wider support teams

Experience supporting pupils with SEMH, ASD, ADHD, trauma or attachment difficulties would be advantageous.

WHY WORK WITH ASPIRE PEOPLE?

• Access to long-term and permanent opportunities
• Competitive daily pay rates
• Dedicated consultant support
• Opportunities across a range of primary schools
• Ongoing support throughout your placement

All applicants will be subject to relevant safeguarding and compliance checks.

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.