Behaviour Support Worker

Academics; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

Academics in Gloucester is seeking a Behaviour Support Worker to assist students with SEMH and specialist education. The role is full-time, Monday to Friday, 8:30am-3:30pm, with a daily pay of £90-£105. Immediate start is available, and the position offers long-term potential.

You will build trusted relationships, support learning, and work closely with teachers to create a calm, supportive classroom environment for students facing behavioural challenges.

Qualifications

• A Psychology graduate or studying towards a related degree.
• Experience in youth work, support work, education or mentoring.
• Confident, patient and resilient with challenging or vulnerable young people.
• Interested in SEMH and specialist education.

Responsibilities

• Build positive relationships with students and provide consistent support.
• Support students with SEMH, behavioural and learning needs.
• Encourage emotional regulation and engagement with learning.
• Help students develop confidence and coping strategies.
• Collaborate with teachers and pastoral staff to ensure consistency.
• Contribute to a calm and safe learning environment.

Skills

Youth work experience

Mentoring

Empathy

Resilience

Education

Psychology degree

Studying psychology

Job description

Behaviour Support Worker - Gloucester

Full-time 8:30am - 3:30pm ASAP Start
£90 - £105 per day Gloucester

Are you passionate about supporting young people and interested in gaining hands-on experience in SEMH, behaviour and specialist education?

A specialist education setting in Gloucester is looking for a dedicated and resilient Behaviour Support Worker to join their team. You'll be supporting students who may experience social, emotional and mental health needs, behavioural challenges and barriers to learning.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to build valuable experience before pursuing a career in psychology, youth work, counselling, mental health or specialist education.

The Role - Behaviour Support Worker

As a Behaviour Support Worker, you will:

• Build positive, trusting relationships with students and act as a consistent source of support
• Support young people with SEMH, behavioural and additional learning needs
• Encourage positive behaviour, emotional regulation and engagement with learning
• Help students develop confidence, independence and positive coping strategies
• Support students who may struggle within a mainstream classroom environment
• Work closely with teachers, pastoral staff and other professionals to provide consistent support
• Help create a calm, safe and positive learning environment

Why Apply?

• Gain valuable hands-on experience working with young people with SEMH needs
• Develop your understanding of behaviour, emotional regulation and additional needs
• Excellent experience for aspiring Clinical, Educational or Forensic Psychologists
• Build experience that can lead towards careers in psychology, mental health, youth work or education

Who We're Looking For

• A Psychology graduate or studying towards a related degree
• Experienced in youth work, support work, education or mentoring
• Passionate about supporting young people with additional needs
• Confident, patient and resilient
• Able to build positive relationships with challenging or vulnerable young people
• Interested in gaining experience within SEMH and specialist education

Previous experience working with SEMH or challenging behaviour is beneficial, but not essential. Most importantly, we're looking for someone who is committed, approachable and genuinely wants to make a difference.

Location: Gloucester
Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 3:30pm
Pay: £90 - £105 per day
Start: ASAP
Contract: Full-time, long-term

Behaviour Support Worker - Gloucester

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy.