Behaviour Buddy - Sunderland

Description

Behaviour Buddy – Sunderland & South Tyneside

Primary Schools | Full-Time & Part-Time Opportunities

Do you have a passion for supporting children with behaviour, emotional regulation, and positive relationships?

Are you a Psychology or Criminology graduate, an experienced Teaching Assistant, or someone with a background in mentoring, counselling, or youth work?

Milk Education is recruiting Behaviour Buddies to work across primary schools in Sunderland and South Tyneside. You will support pupils who need additional help managing behaviour and emotions within the classroom.

Ideal For

Psychology Graduates

Criminology Graduates

Qualified Teaching Assistants

Counsellors, Mentors, and Youth Workers

Graduates aspiring to careers in teaching, educational psychology, SEND, or mental health

No previous school experience is required. Training can be provided. Applicants must have graduated within the last three years.

The Behaviour Buddy Role

As a Behaviour Buddy, you will:

Provide 1:1 and small-group behaviour support

Help pupils develop emotional regulation and coping strategies

Support children displaying challenging or dysregulated behaviour

Promote positive behaviour and engagement with learning

Build consistent and trusting relationships

Work closely with class teachers and SEN teams

Behaviour & SEMH Needs You May Support

You may work with pupils experiencing:

Difficulties following routines or boundaries

Anxiety-related behaviours

Attachment needs

Low confidence and self-esteem

Emotional outbursts or withdrawal

Trauma-informed behavioural responses

Support is tailored to each child, helping them feel safe, understood, and ready to learn.

Training & Support

Milk Education provides:

Training in behaviour management and social, emotional, and mental health support

FastTrack™ compliance and full onboarding

Access to over 1,000 free and discounted CPD courses

Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant

Why Work with Milk Education?

Competitive rates of pay

5-star rated service

Exclusive partnerships with local schools and trusts

Free PSHE lesson plans focused on sensitive and relevant topics

Location & Opportunities

Primary schools across Sunderland and South Tyneside

Flexible full-time and part-time roles

Long-term opportunities with routes into permanent school, SEND, or wellbeing positions

If you are looking to make a meaningful difference and gain valuable experience supporting children where it matters most, the Behaviour Buddy role is an excellent next step. xjnqpsq

Apply now to become a Behaviour Buddy with Milk Education.

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Ad ID: 5417872991