Behaviour Support Specialist - Flexible Start (Sept)

Milk Education; Ossett; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 17,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive daily rates of pay

Flexible start dates

Long-term opportunities

Dedicated consultant support

CPD and wellbeing resources

Job summary

Milk Education is recruiting Behaviour Support Workers to support pupils across Ossett and Wakefield. The role involves 1:1 and small group support for students with SEMH needs, building strong relationships and promoting wellbeing.

You will collaborate with teachers and pastoral teams to implement tailored plans and foster positive behaviour and learning engagement. We welcome applicants from education, youth work, care, sports coaching or mentoring backgrounds.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people in education, youth work or similar settings.
• Calm, patient and resilient approach to challenging situations.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Confidence supporting pupils with SEMH or additional needs.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with SEMH needs.
• Build positive relationships to promote engagement and wellbeing.
• Support emotional regulation and positive behaviour strategies.
• Work with teachers and pastoral teams to implement support plans.
• Encourage confidence, resilience and independent learning.
• Help pupils access learning inside and outside the classroom.
• Promote positive behaviour in line with school policies.
• Create a safe, inclusive environment for all pupils.

Skills

Experience with children

Communication skills

Patience and resilience

Behaviour management

Education

Relevant qualifications desirable

Job description

Milk Education is recruiting Behaviour Support Workers to support pupils across Ossett and Wakefield. The role involves 1:1 and small group support for students with SEMH needs, building strong relationships and promoting wellbeing.

You will collaborate with teachers and pastoral teams to implement tailored plans and foster positive behaviour and learning engagement. We welcome applicants from education, youth work, care, sports coaching or mentoring backgrounds.