Behaviour Intervention Practitioner. Job in Wigan Education & Training Jobs

Prospero Teaching; Chorley; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency is seeking a Behaviour Intervention Practitioner to provide 1:1 support for secondary-aged pupils with significant SEMH and behavioural needs in Wigan. The role requires a dedicated practitioner with resilience and experience managing challenging behaviour. The successful candidate will work alongside teachers and external professionals in a nurturing environment, implementing effective behaviour strategies to promote emotional regulation and engagement in learning.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with young people who display challenging behaviour.
• Ability to stay calm in difficult situations and manage stress.
• Understanding of SEMH needs and therapeutic behaviour approaches.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored 1:1 support to a secondary-aged pupil.
• Build positive relationships to help pupils feel supported.
• Implement behaviour intervention strategies effectively.
• Support pupils during lessons and periods of emotional dysregulation.
• Collaborate with teachers and professionals for cohesive support.

Skills

Experience with challenging behaviour

Strong resilience

Excellent communication skills

Team-focused attitude

Patience

Job description

Behaviour Intervention Practitioner

Role Overview

Position: Behaviour Intervention Practitioner (1:1 Support)

Location: Wigan

Contract Type: Full Time

Rate of Pay: .00 per week

Working Hours: 08:30 - 15:30

About the School

Are you a resilient, calm and relationship-driven practitioner with experience supporting young people who display challenging behaviour?

We are working with a specialist secondary school in Wigan seeking a dedicated Behaviour Intervention Practitioner to provide 1:1 support for pupils with significant SEMH and behavioural needs. The school offers a structured, nurturing and therapeutic environment where pupils benefit from clear boundaries, consistent support and adults who can form meaningful, trusting relationships.

This role is ideal for someone who is confident in managing challenging behaviour, can remain composed under pressure, and is committed to helping young people develop emotional regulation, resilience and engagement in learning.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored 1:1 support to a secondary-aged pupil with complex behavioural and emotional needs.
• Build strong, positive relationships to help pupils feel supported, understood and safe.
• Implement behaviour intervention strategies, including de-escalation, restorative approaches and positive reinforcement.
• Support pupils throughout the school day, including during lessons, transitions and periods of emotional dysregulation.
• Work closely with teachers, the SENDCo and external professionals to ensure a cohesive, personalised support plan.
• Encourage social skills, independence, self-regulation and positive decision-making.

Requirements

• Previous experience working with young people who display challenging behaviour.
• Strong resilience, patience and the ability to stay calm in difficult situations.
• Understanding of SEMH needs and trauma-informed, therapeutic behaviour approaches.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• A team-focused attitude and willingness to contribute to a supportive school culture.

Eligibility Criteria

• Hold Right to Work in the UK.
• Hold an enhanced child barred list DBS certificate on the update service OR be willing to apply for a new one.
• Provide two professional, child-related references covering the last two years.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. The successful candidate will be required to register and complete all safeguarding and vetting checks. Anyone working with children or vulnerable young people must uphold safeguarding responsibilities at all times.