Behaviour Support Worker

Teaching Personnel; Bedford; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Teaching Personnel are seeking a Behaviour Support Worker to join a SEN specialist provision in Bedford. You will support students aged 11–16 (KS3/KS4) 1:1 or in small groups, helping them navigate social, emotional, and academic challenges to reintegrate into mainstream education or build essential life skills.

You'll work closely with teachers to design inclusive activities, develop ISPs, and use positive reinforcement and de-escalation techniques.

Qualifications

• Experience with children or young adults with SEND, SEMH, or behavioural challenges.
• Team Teach training is preferred; training encouraged for applicants.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to stay calm under pressure.

Responsibilities

• 1:1 or small group support to drive positive academic engagement and emotional growth.
• Assist teaching staff in designing inclusive activities and ISPs.
• Implement positive reinforcement and de-escalation strategies to manage behaviours.
• Monitor and record student milestones, celebrating small wins.
• Liaise with parents and external agencies to support student welfare.

Skills

SEND/SEMH experience

Excellent communication

Education

Team Teach training

Job description

Behaviour Support Worker

Location: Bedford, Bedfordshire (MK40 / MK41 / MK42)

Hours: Full-time (Monday – Friday, 08:30 – 15:30)

Environnent: SEN Specialist Provision (KS3 & KS4)

The Role: Impactful & Rewarding

Are you a resilient, positive, and dedicated individual ready to support vulnerable young people? Teaching Personnel is looking for a confident Behaviour Support Worker to join an established specialist provision in Bedford.

This is more than just a classroom role; you will act as a mentor and guide for students aged 11–16 (Key Stage 3 and 4), helping them navigate social, emotional, and academic challenges. Your primary goal is to foster a safe, inclusive environment where students can either successfully re-integrate into mainstream education or build the essential skills needed for life beyond school.

Your Responsibilities

• Empower Learning: Work 1:1 or in small groups to drive positive academic engagement and emotional growth.
• Plan & Collaborate: Assist teaching staff in designing inclusive activities and developing tailored Individual Support Plans (ISPs).
• Behaviour Mentoring: Implement positive reinforcement and de-escalation strategies (such as Team Teach) to manage complex behaviours with empathy and professionalism.
• Track Progress: Carefully monitor and record student milestones, ensuring every "small win" is recognised and celebrated.
• Community Liaison: Act as a vital bridge between the school, parents, and external agencies to ensure a holistic approach to student welfare.

Requirements

• Experience: A proven background working with children or young adults with SEND, SEMH, or significant behavioural challenges.
• Qualifications: Ideally Team Teach trained (though we highly encourage those willing to undergo training to apply).
• Communication: Exceptional interpersonal skills and a natural ability to remain calm and collected under pressure.
• Compliance: * An Enhanced Child DBS on the Update Service (or a willingness to apply for one).
• Full Right to Work in the UK and a minimum of 3 months UK residency.
• Overseas criminal clearance where applicable.

Why Join Teaching Personnel?

As the UK’s leading education recruitment agency, we offer more than just a job. When you join our Bedford team, you gain:

• Competitive daily rates paid weekly.
• A dedicated local consultant who understands the Bedfordshire education landscape.
• Access to our CPD Academy for ongoing professional development—perfect for those looking to kickstart a career in SEN, Social Work, or Educational Psychology.