Behaviour Support Assistant

Are you looking to build a career in education?
Do you want to support young people in overcoming barriers to learning?
Are you motivated to help 11–16 year olds reach their full potential?

If you’ve answered YES to any of the above, then Protocol Education could have the perfect opportunity for you to begin your career working with children and young people in schools.

We are currently recruiting Behaviour Support Assistants to work in Northumberlandsecondary schools, with roles starting immediately. Both full-time and part-time hours are available, Monday to Friday (8:30 – 15:30).

We're looking for individuals who:

• Have strong communication and interpersonal skills

• Remain calm under pressure and can manage challenging situations

• Work well within a team and follow guidance

• Are enthusiastic about supporting students to thrive emotionally and academically

You will play a key role in supporting students who present with behavioural, social, or emotional needs, including those with SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health) challenges. This support might include working 1:1, in small groups, or alongside teachers in the classroom to promote positive behaviour and engagement.

Our partner schools are committed to creating inclusive environments where all students feel supported and valued. Your role will help students build confidence, develop coping strategies, and improve their focus and participation in school life.

This role would suit someone with experience or transferable skills from areas such as:

• Youth work or mentoring

• Sports coaching or outdoor education

• Support work, residential care, or social work

• Psychology, counselling, or behaviour management training

If you’re passionate about making a difference and supporting young people to succeed, we’d love to hear from you!

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.

Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.

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