Job Title: Behaviour Support Assistant – Primary
Location: Wakefield
Salary: £85–£95 per day (PAYE)
Contract: Full-time, Long-Term
Start Date: September 2025 (or sooner if you’re raring to go)
Got a steady head and a kind heart? This school could do with someone just like you.
We’re after a cracking Behaviour Support Assistant to join a friendly primary school in Wakefield. It’s the sort of place where staff look out for each other, and the kids thrive on routine, patience, and a bit of firm-but-fair support.
You’ll be the calm in the storm—working 1:1 or in small groups with pupils who need a steady hand and someone they can trust. Some days will be lively (to say the least), but if you’ve got that knack for de-escalating situations and making children feel safe, this role’s right up your street.
Your day-to-day:
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Supporting pupils with behavioural needs, both in and out the classroom
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Helping to keep lessons on track with a bit of quiet encouragement
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Putting structure in place and cheering on the small wins
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Working closely with teachers and SENCOs to keep things consistent
Who we’re looking for:
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Someone with experience in behaviour support, SEN, or youth work
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A cool head under pressure and a genuine care for young people
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Someone who can set clear boundaries but still make 'em smile
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Ideally, someone who’s Thrive trained—or keen to get stuck into it (we’ll sort the training, no worries)
What you’ll get from us:
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Weekly PAYE pay – no umbrella faff
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Free CPD, including Thrive training
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Supportive local consultant who knows the area
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A chance to work in a school where your presence really matters
Fancy it? Give us a bell or pop in an application today. Let’s get you where you’re needed.
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further 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.
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