Behaviour Support Officer - Burnley

Teaching Personnel; Burnley; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a dedicated Behaviour Support Officer to join their vibrant school in Burnley. This full-time, term-time only role is perfect for someone passionate about helping children and young people thrive. You will play a crucial role in supporting students with challenging behaviour, working closely with teaching staff and external agencies to create effective behaviour support strategies. If you are empathetic, patient, and have strong communication skills, this opportunity allows you to make a meaningful impact on the lives of young learners in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Free child protection training

Support for DBS check

Potential for permanent role

Qualifications

• Experience in educational or care settings with children or young people.
• Calm and patient approach to managing behaviour.

Responsibilities

• Support students in managing their behaviour positively.
• Implement behaviour support strategies with staff and agencies.
• Develop individual behaviour plans for students.

Skills

Behaviour Management

Communication Skills

Empathy

Teamwork

Education

Experience working with children

Job description

Job Advert: Behaviour Support Officer – Full-Time (Term Time Only)
Location: Burnley
Pay Rate: £13.75 – £14.50 per hour

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Behaviour Support Officer to join a vibrant and inclusive school in Burnley. This is a full-time, term-time only position, ideal for someone passionate about supporting children and young people to reach their full potential.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support students in managing their behaviour positively and constructively.
• Work closely with teaching staff, pastoral teams, and external agencies to implement behaviour support strategies.
• Provide one-to-one and small group support to students who may present challenging behaviour.
• Assist in developing and implementing individual behaviour plans.
• Contribute to a safe and supportive learning environment.

Requirements:

• Previous experience working with children or young people in an educational or care setting.
• A calm, patient, and empathetic approach to behaviour management.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• A valid DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check or willingness to obtain one.

If you are interested in this position, please click apply now and we will be contact within the next 48 hours to discuss next steps.

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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