Resilience and Behaviour Support Assistant

1 week ago

Durham, United Kingdom Milk Education Full time

Resilience and Behaviour Support Assistant Do you thrive on helping young people overcome challenges, build confidence, and develop the skills they need to succeed in school and beyond? Are you passionate about supporting pupils’ emotional wellbeing and promoting positive behaviour in a nurturing, structured environment? We are seeking dedicated Resilience & Behaviour Support Assistants to join our supportive team in the Ashington area. This rewarding role focuses on helping children with SEMH needs, behavioural challenges, and barriers to learning develop the resilience, self-regulation, and motivation they need to flourish. We are looking for both part time and full time Support Assitants.  You’ll work closely with teachers, pastoral teams, and external professionals to create a calm, safe and encouraging learning environment where every child feels understood, supported, and empowered. Hours: 8:30am – 3:30pm, Monday to Friday What You Need Experience supporting children or young people with behavioural or SEMH needs Strong interpersonal and communication skills to build trust and positive relationships A calm, patient and consistent approach to behaviour support The ability to provide two recent references (work-based or educational) Genuine passion for championing young people’s emotional wellbeing and growth Key Responsibilities Support pupils in regulating emotions, managing behaviour, and engaging positively in learning Implement personalised behaviour support plans and resilience-building strategies Provide 1:1 and small group interventions focusing on emotional literacy, problem-solving, and confidence Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs and pastoral staff to ensure consistent, supportive approaches De-escalate challenging situations using trauma-informed and restorative practices Build strong, trusting relationships that help pupils feel safe, valued and motivated Contribute to behaviour tracking, progress monitoring and ongoing support planning Encourage a positive and inclusive school culture where every young person can thrive Why choose Milk? Milk Education is an eco-friendly, purpose-driven supply agency with a mission to make a positive difference in education and be the MOST REWARDING agency to work both with and for. Benefits to YOU: Excellent rates of pay Wellbeing support Free lesson and intervention resources 24/7 access to your personal consultant Ongoing training and professional development opportunities And so much more… Call  0191 486 2500 or get in touch with for more information.

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