SEN Behavioural Support Assistant

Job Title: Behavioural Support Assistant

Location: Gateshead

School type: Local SEN schools

Contract: Full-time, long-term

Start date: ASAP

Some pupils don’t need stricter rules, they need someone who really gets them.

We’re working closely with a supportive school in Gateshead who are looking for a Behavioural Support Assistant to work with pupils who need help managing emotions, behaviour and engagement in the classroom. This role is all about consistency, trust and helping pupils feel safe enough to learn.

It’s not always easy, but it’s incredibly rewarding.

Your role will include:

• Supporting pupils with behavioural and emotional needs, 1:1 or in small groups
• Helping pupils regulate emotions and develop positive coping strategies
• Using calm, trauma-aware and restorative approaches
• Working alongside teachers, SENCOs and pastoral staff
• Building strong, respectful relationships that support long-term progress

This role could be a great fit if you:

• Have experience working with children or young people with behavioural needs, in schools, care, youth work or similar settings
• Are calm, patient and confident when situations feel challenging
• Understand that behaviour is communication
• Are consistent, resilient and empathetic
• Want to make a genuine difference in a local school

What you’ll get with Protocol

Education:

• Weekly pay through PAYE, no umbrella companies
• FREE access to our online CPD Academy
• Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant who understands behaviour-focused roles
• Opportunities to build long-term experience in education and SEND
• A smooth, supportive registration process

Are you Thrive trained?

If not, no problem  offer FREE Thrive training, which schools really value and which gives you practical tools to support emotional wellbeing and behaviour in the classroom.

If you’re looking for a role where your calm presence can change the course of a pupil’s day, this could be the one.

Apply now or get in touch for a chat, we’re always happy to talk it through.

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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