Behaviour Buddy - Sunderland

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. Apply now to become a Behaviour Buddy with Milk Education. or call (phone number removed)