Behaviour Support Worker

GUARDIAN SELECTION LIMITED; Dorchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job description

Job Title: Behaviour Support Worker
Location: Dorchester
Salary: £13.68 - £16.12 per hour (Depending on experience)
Start Date: Immediate
Contract Type: Full-time/Permanent

Do you have a passion for making a difference in the lives of young people with social, emotional, and behavioural needs?

GSL Education are currently recruiting for a Behaviour Support Worker to join a welcoming and inclusive school in Dorchester. This full-time, permanent opportunity offers an immediate start and is ideal for someone with a background in supporting young people with additional needs.

About the Role
As a Behaviour Support Worker, you will work closely with students who display challenging behaviours, often linked to social, emotional, and mental health needs (SEMH). You will support them both in and out of the classroom, building trusting relationships and helping them develop self-regulation, confidence, and a sense of belonging within the school environment.

Responsibilities:

• Provide 1:1 and small group support for students with behavioural and emotional needs.
• Use a range of strategies to manage challenging behaviours effectively.
• Work alongside teaching staff, SENCOs and pastoral teams to create a positive and structured learning environment.
• Encourage pupils' engagement, emotional development, and self-esteem.
• Monitor progress and report regularly to senior staff on student outcomes.
• Help maintain a safe and supportive atmosphere within the classroom and across the school.

Requirements:

• Experience working with students who have behavioural challenges in schools or similar environments.
• Knowledge of behaviour management techniques and strategies.
• Empathy, patience, and resilience to support students in managing their behaviour and emotions effectively.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills to work well with students, staff, and parents/guardians.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team, helping to create a positive school community.
• Have an updated CV and an enhanced DBS registered to the update service (or be willing to apply for one).

Join GSL Education Today!

• Competitive hourly pay of £13.68 - £16.12 per hour, depending on experience.
• Opportunity to work in a supportive and inclusive educational setting.
• Full-time and part-time options available to suit your schedule.
• Dedicated support from a GSL consultant throughout your placement.

If you are an enthusiastic and compassionate Behaviour Support Worker ready to inspire and support students in their learning journey, we encourage you to apply and join our client school in Dorchester!

Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks; including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service, or completing an application for a new check.

As an ethical, inclusive, and independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools across the UK.

For more information or to register your interest in the Behaviour Support Worker role, or to be considered, please click ‘apply now’ to submit your full and up-to-date CV and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch.