Behaviour Support & Mentoring Assistant

Protocol Education Limited; Sunderland; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Protocol Education Limited is seeking a dedicated Behaviour Support Assistant to join a supportive school environment in Sunderland. The role focuses on helping students who require additional support to overcome barriers to learning, building their confidence, resilience and positive relationships.

You will provide 1:1 and small‑group support, deliver mentoring and intervention sessions, encourage positive behaviour and attendance, and work closely with teaching and pastoral staff to implement

Qualifications

• Patience and a supportive attitude are essential.
• Strong interpersonal skills are required.
• A genuine passion for supporting young people is important.
• Experience working with challenging behaviour is beneficial.
• Having a valid driver's license is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Supporting students on a 1:1 and small-group basis.
• Delivering mentoring and intervention sessions.
• Encouraging positive behaviour and attendance.
• Supporting students during lessons and social times.
• Assisting with behaviour management plans.
• Working collaboratively with teaching and pastoral staff.

Skills

Patience

Interpersonal skills

Passion for helping youth

Experience with challenging behaviour

Driver's license

Job description

Protocol Education Limited is seeking a dedicated Behaviour Support Assistant to join a supportive school environment in Sunderland. The role focuses on helping students who require additional support to overcome barriers to learning, building their confidence, resilience and positive relationships.

You will provide 1:1 and small‑group support, deliver mentoring and intervention sessions, encourage positive behaviour and attendance, and work closely with teaching and pastoral staff to implement