Behaviour Support Assistant

Teaching Personnel; Sunderland; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Behaviour Support Assistant for a primary school in Sunderland. This full-time role offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on a child's educational journey by providing essential 1:1 support for a pupil with special educational needs. The ideal candidate will demonstrate patience, empathy, and a commitment to fostering a positive learning environment. Collaborating with teachers and external professionals, you will help implement tailored behaviour and learning plans, ensuring the pupil receives the stability and guidance needed to thrive. If you are passionate about making a difference and have the skills to support children with additional needs, this role is for you.

Benefits

Free child protection training

DBS check assistance

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with SEND and behavioral needs.
• Strong understanding of behaviour management strategies.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 support for a pupil with SEND.
• Work closely with teachers and professionals to support learning.

Skills

Experience with SEND

Behaviour management strategies

Patience and empathy

Teamwork

Education

Relevant qualifications for working with children

Job description

Behaviour Support Assistant – Primary School, Sunderland (ASAP Start)
Location: Sunderland
Start Date: ASAP
Employer: Teaching Personnel

We are working closely with a welcoming primary school in Sunderland to recruit a Behaviour Support Assistant to provide 1:1 support for a pupil with SEND. This role is vital in ensuring the student receives consistent, specialised care and guidance throughout the school day.

About the Role:
You will work closely with the class teacher, SENCO, and external professionals to support the pupil’s individual behaviour and learning plan. The role requires patience, empathy, and commitment, as the pupil needs stability and continuity to make meaningful progress.

Key Requirements:
️ Experience supporting children with SEND and behavioural needs
️ A calm, patient, and consistent approach
️ Strong understanding of behaviour management strategies
️ Ability to commit long-term and build a trusting relationship with the pupil
️ Team player with a positive and proactive attitude

This is a full-time role through Teaching Personnel, offering an opportunity to make a real difference in a child’s educational journey.

Interested?
If you're passionate about supporting children with additional needs and can provide the consistency this pupil requires, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now or contact us at [e-mail]
Call 0191 223 5070 for more information

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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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