Behaviour Support Practitioner

Teaching Personnel; Northampton; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Dedicated education consultant support

Job summary

Teaching Personnel is recruiting a Behaviour Support Practitioner to work across Northampton schools, helping students develop positive behaviours, engage with learning and reach their full potential.

Ideal candidates include experienced Teaching Assistants, Learning Support Assistants, Youth Workers or mentors with a calm, empathetic approach and a passion for pupil wellbeing. Multiple full-time and part-time opportunities with ongoing consultant support are available.

Qualifications

• Experience deliveringBehaviour support in educational settings.
• Ability to build relationships with students, parents and staff.
• Strong communication and de-escalation skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one behavioural support
• Deliver small group behavioural sessions
• Help students manage emotions and behaviour effectively
• Work with teachers, SENCOs and pastoral teams
• Support attendance, engagement and achievement
• Create a safe, inclusive learning environment
• Maintain professional approach in challenging situations

Skills

Behaviour support

Communication

Empathy

Job description

Northampton
Full-Time & Part-Time Opportunities Available
Immediate Starts Available

Are you passionate about supporting young people to overcome challenges and thrive in education? We are currently recruiting for a Behaviour Support Practitioner to work within schools across Northampton, helping students develop positive behaviours, improve engagement, and achieve their full potential.

This role is ideal for experienced Teaching Assistants, Learning Support Assistants, Youth Workers, Sports Coaches, Residential Support Workers, or individuals with a background in mentoring and pastoral support.

As a Behaviour Support Practitioner, you will work closely with students who require additional behavioural and emotional support, helping them to successfully access education and build confidence both inside and outside the classroom.

• Provide one-to-one and small group behavioural support
• Build positive and trusting relationships with students
• Support pupils in managing their emotions and behaviour effectively
• Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs, and pastoral teams
• Implement behaviour support strategies and interventions
• Encourage student engagement, attendance, and achievement
• Promote a safe, positive, and inclusive learning environment

Strong communication and relationship-building skills

A calm, resilient, and empathetic approach

Experience working with children or young people with behavioural, social, emotional, or mental health needs

Ability to remain professional in challenging situations

Passion for supporting student wellbeing and development

Previous school experience is desirable but not essential

Competitive rates of pay

Flexible working opportunities

Ongoing support from a dedicated education consultant

Opportunities across a variety of local schools

Professional development and training opportunities

A rewarding role making a genuine impact on young people's lives

Whether you're an experienced behaviour specialist or looking to take the next step in your education career, this is a fantastic opportunity to support students, promote positive outcomes, and make a lasting difference every day.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
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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