Behaviour Support Worker

Teaching Personnel; Chorley; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Behaviour Support Worker to join a specialist school in Chorley. This full-time role offers a pathway into education, providing the opportunity to make a significant impact on the lives of young people. Ideal candidates will have a background in support work, coaching, or outdoor education, and possess the resilience and patience to build strong relationships with students. With full training and mentoring provided, this role is perfect for those looking to embrace a rewarding career change and contribute positively to the educational journey of young individuals.

Benefits

Pathway into education

Full training and mentoring

Supportive working environment

Potential for permanent employment

Qualifications

• Experience in support work, coaching, or outdoor activities is desirable.
• A genuine passion for helping young people overcome challenges.

Responsibilities

• Support students with social, emotional, and mental health needs.
• Encourage engagement in sports and structured activities.

Skills

Support Work

Sports Coaching

Outdoor Activities

Building Relationships

Resilience

Education

Training in Youth Work or Social Care

Professional Development

Job description

Behaviour Support Worker – Chorley
Temp to Perm Opportunity – Full-time

Are you looking for a rewarding career change into education? Do you have experience in support work, sports coaching, or outdoor activities?

We are seeking a Behaviour Support Worker to join a specialist school in Chorley on a temporary-to-permanent basis. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals from youth work, social care, sports coaching, or outdoor education backgrounds who want to make a positive impact on young people’s lives.

Responsibilities:

• Supporting students with social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs.
• Providing 1:1 and small group interventions to help students manage behaviour and emotions.
• Encouraging engagement in sports, outdoor learning, and structured activities to support emotional well-being.
• Working closely with teachers, therapists, and pastoral staff to create a positive learning environment.

Qualifications:

• A confident, patient, and resilient individual who can build strong relationships with students.
• Experience in support work, coaching, or outdoor activities is desirable but not essential.
• A genuine passion for helping young people overcome challenges and succeed.
• Willingness to undertake training and professional development.

Benefits:

• A pathway into education with full training and mentoring.
• A supportive and collaborative working environment.
• The chance to make a real difference in young people’s lives.
• Potential for permanent employment after a successful probationary period.

If you’re looking for a new challenge where you can apply your skills in a meaningful and impactful way, we’d love to hear from you!

Apply today to take the first step toward a rewarding career in education.