Behaviour Specialist

Milk Education; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Flexible hours

CPD via Milk Academy

Support from consultant

Job summary

Milk Education is seeking a Behaviour Specialist in South Liverpool to support pupils with SEMH needs and challenging behaviours.

You will lead de-escalation and restorative strategies, collaborating with staff to create a safe, structured environment and foster positive relationships. The role suits new or experienced educators committed to wellbeing and inclusion.

Qualifications

• Experience in PRUs, SEMH schools, or youth work settings.
• Confidence managing behaviour and promoting emotional regulation.
• A proactive, solution-focused mindset and strong team ethic.
• Ability to stay calm, consistent, and compassionate in high-pressure situations.

Responsibilities

• Supporting pupils with SEMH needs, trauma, and challenging behaviours.
• Leading de-escalation, regulation, and restorative strategies.
• Working closely with teaching staff to create a safe, structured environment.
• Building trust and consistency through clear boundaries and positive relationships.

Skills

SEMH experience

PRU experience

Behaviour management

Calm under pressure

Team player

Job description

Behaviour Specialist

A dynamic SEMH setting in South Liverpool is seeking a Behaviour Specialist to support pupils with complex behavioural needs. This full-time role demands resilience, initiative, and a deep commitment to helping young people re-engage with learning.

You’ll be joining an inclusive/modern/supportive school, focused on inclusion, wellbeing and community.

This is a great opportunity for a new or experienced educator to become a familiar face in a school where staffing, culture and community go hand in hand.

You’ll be joining a supportive, inclusive school that puts wellbeing and community at the centre of everything they do. It’s a good fit for someone who wants to become a familiar face in a school that values consistency.

Your main responsibilities will include:

• Supporting pupils with SEMH needs, trauma, and challenging behaviours
• Leading de-escalation, regulation, and restorative strategies
• Working closely with teaching staff to create a safe, structured environment
• Building trust and consistency through clear boundaries and positive relationships

Requirements or Skills:

• Experience in PRUs, SEMH schools, or youth work settings
• Confidence managing behaviour and promoting emotional regulation
• A proactive, solution-focused mindset and strong team ethic
• Ability to stay calm, consistent, and compassionate in high-pressure situations

Benefits:

• Competitive rates of pay with temp-to-perm routes available.
• Speedy registration process & fast-track compliance – APSCo Compliance+ accredited for the highest safer recruitment standards.
• Flexible days and working hours to suit your schedule.
• Culture-matched placements – we take the time to understand you and find schools that fit your values and strengths.
• Priority Partnership school network – access to trusted schools who work with us long-term on staffing, enrichment and community initiatives.
• 5+ CPD courses completed before placement (including Safeguarding, SEND & Behaviour) with access to further accredited training through Milk Academy.
• FREE PSHE lesson plans and resources, designed by real teachers.
• FREE Educator Wellbeing resources and access to our community hub – because we believe supported staff stay longer and make a bigger impact.
• School Preparation Pack with handover notes and insightful school guides – so you walk in ready on day one.
• 24/7 support from your personal consultant, directly through their work mobile phone to ensure your journey is personal.

Milk Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We are APSCo Compliance+ accredited, meeting the highest standards in safer recruitment. All applicants will be subject to compliance checks in line with DfE, Keeping Children Safe in Education and APSCo guidelines.

Milk Education is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age. By applying, you agree to our Privacy Policy, available on our website. Milk Education is acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy.