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Primary Behaviour Support Assistant Doncaster

Teaching Personnel
South Yorkshire
1 day ago
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Primary Behaviour Support Assistant – Doncaster

Location: Doncaster, South Yorkshire
Employer: Teaching Personnel
Contract Type: Full-time / Long-term (with potential for permanent placement)
Salary: £90–£100 per day (dependent on experience)
Start Date: Immediate


Inspire Positive Change and Support Every Child to Succeed

Teaching Personnel are seeking a dedicated and empathetic Primary Behaviour Support Assistant to join one of our partner primary schools in Doncaster. This rewarding role offers the opportunity to make a lasting impact on pupils who require additional behavioural and emotional support, helping them to re-engage positively with learning and school life.


The Role

As a Behaviour Support Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting pupils with social, emotional, and behavioural needs across the primary age range.
Your responsibilities will include:



  • Providing 1:1 and small-group support to pupils, implementing tailored behaviour strategies in line with individual support plans.


  • Working collaboratively with class teachers, SENCOs, and pastoral staff to promote a consistent and nurturing approach to behaviour management.


  • Supporting pupils in developing emotional regulation, resilience, and confidence within the classroom and during unstructured times.


  • Using positive behaviour management and de-escalation strategies to maintain a calm and inclusive learning environment.


  • Contributing to the wider school community by modelling patience, empathy, and professionalism at all times.



About You

The ideal candidate will:



  • Have prior experience supporting children with behavioural, emotional, or mental health needs (experience in education, youth work, or care settings is advantageous).


  • Demonstrate a calm, patient, and consistent approach when supporting pupils who may display challenging behaviours.


  • Be confident in implementing positive behaviour interventions and restorative practices.


  • Possess strong communication skills and the ability to build trusting relationships with pupils and colleagues.


  • Hold or be willing to apply for an Enhanced Child Workforce DBS certificate.



What Teaching Personnel Offer



  • Competitive daily rates and weekly pay, paid directly through PAYE.


  • Ongoing access to CPD and accredited training courses (including behaviour management, Team Teach, and safeguarding).


  • A dedicated local consultant providing tailored support and career guidance.


  • Opportunity to secure a permanent position within a supportive Doncaster primary school.



If you are passionate about supporting children to overcome barriers and achieve their full potential, we would love to hear from you.

Apply now with your CV or contact Adam Hinchliffe at Teaching Personnel on 01302 435 133 or  for further information.

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.

Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.

We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.

For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.

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