Behaviour Support Assistant – Specialist SEND

Location: Sunderland
Contract: Full time, long term
Start: ASAP
Pay: £89 to £110 per day (PAYE)

This role is ideal for someone who’s confident supporting pupils with behaviour linked to anxiety, communication differences or emotional regulation. You’ll work alongside a skilled team using calm, steady and trauma-informed approaches.

Your daily tasks:

• Supporting pupils during challenging moments with gentle co-regulation

• Helping identify triggers and reducing anxiety

• Using clear boundaries, visual routines and positive reinforcement

• Keeping pupils engaged in safe, structured learning

• Working closely with teachers, SENCOs and pastoral teams

You’ll be great if you:

• Have behaviour, SEMH or youth work experience

• Stay calm under pressure

• Build strong connections quickly

• Want to learn new approaches that really work for SEND pupils

You’ll receive:

• Weekly PAYE pay

• Free Behaviour & SEMH CPD

• Regular consultant support

• Opportunities for long-term progression

If you like helping pupils feel understood and supported, this role will be incredibly rewarding.