Primary School Roles

Behaviour Support & Pastoral Roles in Salford Primary Schools
Behaviour Mentors | Sports Coaches | Psychology Graduates | Counsellors | Youth Workers | Teaching Assistants

Are you passionate about helping children overcome barriers to learning? Do you have experience supporting young people through challenging behaviour, social and emotional needs, or mental health? If so, we'd love to hear from you.

We're working with a number of welcoming primary schools across Salford that are looking for dedicated individuals to support children who need positive role models, encouragement, and consistency throughout the school day.

The Role

Every day is different, but responsibilities may include:

Providing 1:1 and small group support for pupils with additional needs.
Building positive relationships with children who require emotional or behavioural support.
Supporting pupils with SEMH, ADHD, ASD, trauma, and other additional needs.
Encouraging positive behaviour and helping pupils regulate their emotions.
Delivering mentoring, intervention sessions, and confidence-building activities.
Working closely with teachers, SENCOs, and pastoral teams to help pupils thrive.

We'd Love to Hear From You If You Have Experience As A:

Behaviour Mentor
Sports Coach
Psychology Graduate
Counsellor or Counselling Student
Youth Worker
Teaching Assistant
Learning Support Assistant
Residential Support Worker
Family Support Worker
Social Care Worker
Support Worker
Children's Mental Health Practitioner
Alternative Provision Worker
Whether your experience comes from schools, sports clubs, youth work, residential care, or community settings, we'd love to speak with you.

What We're Looking For

A genuine passion for supporting children.
Calm, patient and resilient approach.
Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
Experience working with children or young people (preferred but not essential for the right candidate).
Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one.

What We Offer

Competitive daily pay based on experience.
Flexible full-time and part-time opportunities.
Long-term and permanent positions available.
Ongoing support from a dedicated education consultant.
Opportunities to gain valuable school-based experience.
The chance to make a real difference in children's lives every single day.
If you're looking for a rewarding role where you can positively impact children's futures while developing your own career, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and join a team making a difference in primary schools across Salford
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed