Secondary Behaviour & Learning Support Assistant – Sunderland
Pay: £89 to £110 per day
Start: Immediate
Contract: Full-time, long-term
Perfect if you’re passionate about helping young people who need structure, reassurance and adults who won’t give up on them.
You’ll join a specialist secondary environment where learning is personalised, therapeutic support is embedded into the day and consistency is key.
Your responsibilities:
• Providing 1:1 and small-group support in core subjects
• Helping with emotional regulation and social skills
• Supporting pupils through tough moments using calm, relational practice
• Encouraging positive choices and reflective thinking
• Building routines that help pupils feel safe and confident
You’ll thrive here if:
• You’ve worked with SEMH or autism before
• You’re resilient, compassionate and warm
• You can read behaviour cues and respond calmly
• You value teamwork and structured support
This role is all about steady adults, strong relationships and real progress.