Behaviour Support Buddy – Manchester, Manchester

  • Location: Manchester
  • Duration: Ongoing
  • Salary: £89 - 100 per day
  • Start date: As soon as possible
  • Job Type: Permanent
  • Sector: Additional Learning Needs (ALN)
  • Posted:

Job Description


🔹 Behaviour Support Buddy – Primary Schools – Supply Role – Manchester 🔹
Location: Manchester | Role Type: Flexible Supply | Pay: £89 – £100 per day (depending on experience)
We’re looking for a dedicated and experienced Behavioural Support Buddy to work on a flexible, supply basis across a variety of primary schools in the Manchester area. This is a rewarding role for someone with a strong background in SEN, who thrives on helping children succeed both emotionally and academically.


About the Role:
In this role, you’ll be supporting pupils in EYFS, KS1 or KS2 who may present with challenging behaviour, additional learning needs, or emotional regulation difficulties. Working 1:1 or in small groups, you’ll play a vital part in helping children feel safe, supported, and ready to learn.


Your Responsibilities Will Include:
Providing individualised support for children with behavioural and emotional needs
Promoting positive behaviour and emotional regulation using school-wide strategies
Working closely with class teachers, SENCOs, and pastoral teams
Supporting learning in the classroom and during transitions
Building strong, trusting relationships with pupils and staff


We’re looking for someone who:
✔ Has proven experience working with children with SEN in a primary school setting
✔ Is calm, patient, and confident in managing behaviour positively
✔ Can build rapport quickly and adapt to different classroom environments
✔ Has a genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs
✔ Holds a valid DBS (or is willing to obtain one)


Desirable (but not essential):
SEMH (Social, Emotional & Mental Health) experience
Team Teach or similar de-escalation training
Familiarity with the Zones of Regulation approach


In return, we offer:
✅ Flexible work to suit your lifestyle and availability
✅ Supportive schools with welcoming teams
✅ Regular CPD and professional development opportunities
✅ Competitive daily rates and weekly pay
✅ Ongoing guidance from a dedicated education consultant

Interested in making a real difference across Manchester primary schools?
Send us your CV and let’s chat about the best fit for you!
📩 [email protected]
📞 0161 636 9450
🌐 www.new-directions.co.uk

What New Directions Education Ltd offers:

  • A dedicated and expert Account Manager
  • Regular and varied supply work
  • Competitive rates of pay
  • Potential long-term teaching roles
  • Full compliance with the Agency Workers Regulation (AWR)
  • A network of branches across the UK
  • Preferred supplier to more than 20 boroughs across the UK
  • Recommend-a-friend scheme
  • Respected reputation across the education and recruitment industry

New Directions Education Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

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