Behaviour Support Assistant

The role

We are working with a well-established 11–18 secondary school in Northumberland to recruit a Behaviour Support Assistant to support pupils with SEMH needs, challenging behaviour, and barriers to learning
. This is a hands-on role suited to someone confident supporting pupils both in and out of the classroom.

The school has strong behaviour systems, a clear pastoral structure, and a proactive approach to inclusion and pupil wellbeing.

Northumberland | Well-connected market town location
£100 – £120 per day | PAYE | Depending on experience

• Large secondary school with sixth form provision

• Clear behaviour policies and structured support systems

• Experienced pastoral and safeguarding teams

• Focus on consistency, routines, and positive relationships

• Located in a historic market town with rail links to Newcastle

• Easily accessible by public transport and major road networks

• On-site parking available

• Support pupils with behaviour and emotional regulation needs

• Work 1:1 or in small groups to re-engage pupils in learning

• De-escalate challenging situations and promote positive behaviour

• Support pupils in lessons, interventions, and alternative spaces

• Liaise with pastoral staff, SEN teams, and teaching staff

• Experience in education, youth work, care, security, or similar settings

• Confident supporting pupils with SEMH and behavioural needs

• Calm, resilient, and consistent approach

• Strong communication and relationship-building skills

• Open to day-to-day or long-term placements

• PAYE only – no umbrella companies

• Competitive daily rates paid weekly

• Dedicated consultant with SEN and pastoral expertise

• Access to behaviour, safeguarding, and SEMH CPD

• Long-term and permanent opportunities available

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.

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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