Behaviour Support Buddy, Oldham

  • Location: Oldham
  • Duration: Ongoing
  • Salary: £89 - 100 per day
  • Start date: As soon as possible
  • Job Type: Permanent
  • Sector: Early Years Education
  • Posted:

Job Description

🔹 Behaviour Support Buddy – Primary Schools – Supply Role – Oldham 🔹
Location: Oldham | Role Type: Flexible Supply | Pay: £89 – £100 per day (depending on experience)
We’re currently seeking a compassionate and experienced Behavioural Support Buddy to work across a range of primary schools in the Oldham area on a flexible supply basis. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a strong background in SEN who is passionate about helping children thrive emotionally, socially, and academically.


About the Role:
As a Behavioural Support Buddy, you’ll support children in EYFS, KS1 or KS2 who may have additional needs or display challenging behaviours. You’ll work either 1:1 or in small groups to provide tailored support, helping pupils to regulate their emotions and engage more positively in school life.


Your Responsibilities Will Include:
Supporting pupils with behavioural and emotional needs in the classroom
Promoting positive behaviour and encouraging emotional regulation
Assisting the class teacher and working closely with SENCOs and other support staff
Creating a calm, safe, and structured environment
Building strong and supportive relationships with pupils


We’re looking for someone who:
✔ Has experience working with children with SEN in a primary setting
✔ Is calm, patient, and confident in managing behaviour
✔ Can quickly build rapport with pupils and staff alike
✔ Is flexible, reliable, and passionate about making a difference
✔ Has a valid DBS (or is happy to apply for one)


Desirable (but not essential):
Experience supporting pupils with SEMH (Social, Emotional & Mental Health) needs
Team Teach or similar behaviour management training
Familiarity with the Zones of Regulation framework


What We Offer:
✅ Flexible supply work to suit your availability
✅ Supportive, inclusive school environments
✅ Opportunities to build your experience and skillset
✅ Competitive daily pay and weekly payroll
✅ Ongoing support from a friendly and experienced consultant

Keen to support pupils across Oldham primary schools?
Apply now by sending us your CV – we’d love to hear from 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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