At a Glance
- Tasks: Support children’s behaviour and wellbeing, helping them feel safe and ready to learn.
- Company: Milk Education, a welcoming primary school in Durham.
- Benefits: Full-time role with opportunities for personal growth and development.
- Other info: Join a supportive team dedicated to creating a calm and inclusive environment.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives and help them thrive.
- Qualifications: Experience with children is a plus, but passion and patience are key.
The predicted salary is between 28568 - 34916 £ per year.
- Durham - Behaviour & Wellbeing Support Assistant
- Durham | September 2026 | Primary School | Full-Time
- Be Their Calm in the Chaos - Behaviour & Wellbeing Support Assistant
Milk Education is looking for a calm, patient and positive Behaviour & Wellbeing Support Assistant to join a welcoming Primary School in
Durham .
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who understands that behaviour is communication and wants to help children feel safe, understood and ready to learn .
You’ll work alongside teachers and pastoral staff to support pupils who may need additional help with emotional regulation, behaviour, confidence and engagement .
Whether you have experience in education, youth work, childcare, sports coaching, mentoring or community work, we’d love to hear from you!
- What You’ll Be Doing
- Building positive and trusting relationships with pupils.
- Helping children develop strategies to manage emotions and behaviour.
- Supporting pupils to re-engage with their learning.
- Providing 1:1 and small-group support where needed.
- Encouraging positive communication and conflict resolution.
- Promoting positive behaviour and celebrating progress.
- Working closely with teachers and pastoral staff.
- Helping create a calm, safe and inclusive school environment.
We’re Looking For Someone Who Is...
- Patient, calm and emotionally resilient .
- Confident working with children who may display challenging behaviour.
- A strong communicator who can build relationships.
- Positive and consistent in their approach.
- Experienced in education, childcare, youth work, mentoring or similar — desirable but not essential .
- A graduate, aspiring teacher or someone with volunteering/placement experience working with children.
- Passionate about helping young people reach their potential.
Why Milk Education?
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Durham - Behaviour & Wellbeing Support Assistant in North East employer: AMA Admin
Milk Education is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and dynamic environment for aspiring Behaviour, Pastoral, or Cover Specialists in Bradford. With a focus on professional development and valuable classroom experience, employees are empowered to make a meaningful impact in the lives of students while enjoying consistent hours and a positive school culture. Join us to build your career in education and contribute to a thriving community.
