At a Glance
- Tasks: Support children in overcoming barriers to learning and build their confidence.
- Company: Milk Education, a purpose-driven agency making a positive impact in schools.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, flexible start dates, and access to training resources.
- Other info: Join a supportive team and enjoy long-term career opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a genuine difference in children's lives every day while developing your skills.
- Qualifications: Experience with children is preferred, but passion and attitude are key.
The predicted salary is between 23000 - 28000 £ per year.
Are you passionate about helping children overcome barriers to learning and reach their full potential? Milk Education is working with a range of welcoming and supportive primary schools across Leeds who are looking for dedicated Behaviour Support Buddies to join their teams. This rewarding role is ideal for individuals who are patient, resilient, and committed to helping children develop positive behaviours, confidence, and emotional resilience. Whether your experience comes from education, youth work, sports coaching, mentoring, care, or support work, we’d love to hear from you.
The Role
- Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils who require additional behavioural and emotional support
- Build positive, trusting relationships with children to encourage engagement and confidence
- Support pupils with emotional regulation and positive behaviour strategies
- Work closely with class teachers, SENCOs, and pastoral teams to implement tailored support plans
- Encourage pupils to develop independence, resilience, and social skills
- Help create a calm, safe, and inclusive learning environment
- Promote positive behaviour in line with the school’s policies
- Support pupils both inside and outside the classroom to maximise learning opportunities
Who We’re Looking For
- Experience working with children or young people in schools, youth work, sports coaching, mentoring, care, or similar settings
- A calm, patient, and resilient approach
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
- Confidence supporting children with behavioural, emotional, or additional learning needs
- A genuine passion for helping children succeed
Relevant qualifications are desirable but not essential—we’re looking for individuals with the right attitude and transferable skills.
Why Join Milk Education?
- Competitive daily rates of pay
- Flexible start dates with September opportunities available
- Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement
- Access to CPD, training, and wellbeing resources
- Long-term and permanent opportunities
- The opportunity to make a genuine difference in children’s lives every day
Milk Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We are proudly APSCo Compliance+ accredited, reflecting our dedication to the highest standards in safer recruitment. All applicants will be subject to thorough compliance checks in line with DfE, Keeping Children Safe in Education, and APSCo guidelines.
Behaviour Support Buddy – Primary Schools in Leeds employer: Milk Education
Milk Education is an exceptional employer that prioritises the growth and development of its employees, offering a vibrant work culture in the heart of Liverpool. With significant progression pathways, generous incentives, and a supportive environment, we empower our team to thrive in their careers while enjoying a healthy work-life balance with 23 days off annually plus bank holidays.
