Overview
Job Title: Mental Health & Behaviour Support Assistant
Location: Bedlington
Start Date: September 2025
Contract Type: Full-time, Term-time only
Rate of pay: £95 - £105 (per day)
About the role
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Support Assistant to join our inclusive and forward-thinking secondary school in Northumberland from October 2025. This is an exciting opportunity to make a genuine difference in the lives of young people by supporting their emotional wellbeing and helping to improve behaviour and engagement across the school.
Key Responsibilities
* Work closely with teaching staff, pastoral teams, and senior leaders to support students with behavioural and emotional needs
* Provide 1:1 and small group interventions aimed at promoting positive behaviour and emotional resilience
* Assist in the development and implementation of individual behaviour support plans
* Help to manage incidents of challenging behaviour, using de-escalation strategies in line with school policies
* Foster positive relationships with students to encourage trust and cooperation
* Monitor and record progress and incidents to support staff and parents in planning further interventions
* Promote a safe, respectful, and inclusive environment for all students
Personal Specification
* Experience working with young people, preferably in an educational or care setting
* Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
* A calm, patient, and empathetic approach
* Ability to manage behaviour in a supportive and constructive manner
* Strong organisational and teamwork skills
* Understanding of safeguarding and child protection procedures
* Relevant qualifications (e.g. CACHE Level 2/3 in Supporting Teaching and Learning, Team Teach, or similar)
Why Join us?
* A supportive and inclusive school community
* Opportunities for professional development and training
* A chance to make a real difference in students' lives
* Wellbeing and pastoral support for staff
To Apply
Please submit your CV and a short covering letter outlining your suitability for the role. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ's on the Teaching Personnel website for 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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