Psychology Graduate: Full-Time Behaviour Support Assistant

Protocol Education Ltd; Peterlee; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational support company is seeking a full-time Behaviour Support Assistant in Peterlee. This role is tailored for psychology graduates who are passionate about helping pupils with social and emotional challenges. Responsibilities include providing support during the school day, assisting with coping strategies, and promoting learning engagement. Ideal candidates will be patient, consistent, and have a psychology background. This position may eventually become permanent.

Benefits

FREE online safeguarding training

Support for DBS checks

Qualifications

• Candidates must have a background in psychology or a related discipline.
• Must be confident working with challenging behaviour.
• Patience, calmness, and consistency are essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide targeted behaviour support throughout the school day.
• Support pupils during emotionally challenging moments.
• Help pupils develop coping strategies and emotional awareness.
• Support learning engagement in and out of the classroom.
• Work alongside teachers and pastoral teams.

Skills

Working with challenging behaviour

Emotional regulation skills

Patience

Calm approach

Supporting pupil's progress

Education

Background in psychology or a related discipline

Job description

An educational support company is seeking a full-time Behaviour Support Assistant in Peterlee. This role is tailored for psychology graduates who are passionate about helping pupils with social and emotional challenges. Responsibilities include providing support during the school day, assisting with coping strategies, and promoting learning engagement. Ideal candidates will be patient, consistent, and have a psychology background. This position may eventually become permanent.