1:1 Behaviour Support Assistant – Primary Schools

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

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.