Behaviour Support Worker

New Directions Holdings Limited; Leeds; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

New Directions Education is seeking a dedicated Behaviour Support Worker to work full-time across Leeds, supporting students with SEND and SEMH needs in specialist settings. You will build trusting relationships, implement behaviour strategies, and support emotional regulation to help pupils engage with learning and develop resilience.

Experience in education is desirable, but transferable skills from youth work or care roles are welcomed.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with children or young people in a support, behaviour, care, youth work, SEND, or SEMH setting.
• Strong behaviour management and relationship-building skills.
• A calm, patient, and empathetic approach.

Responsibilities

• Support students with SEND and SEMH needs on a one-to-one and small group basis.
• Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils to encourage engagement and participation.
• Implement behaviour support strategies in line with individual student needs.
• Assist with emotional regulation and conflict resolution.
• Support teachers and other professionals in creating a safe and inclusive learning environment.
• Promote positive behaviour, resilience, and personal development.

Skills

Behaviour management

Relationship building

Communication

Empathy

Teamwork

Job description

Are you passionate about making a difference to the lives of young people?

New Directions Education is currently recruiting a dedicated and resilient Behaviour Support Worker to work on a full-time basis within specialist SEND and SEMH provisions across Leeds. This rewarding role is ideal for individuals who are committed to supporting children and young people to overcome barriers to learning, develop positive behaviours, and achieve their full potential.

Working within specialist educational settings, you will play a key role in helping students who may experience social, emotional, mental health, or additional learning needs to successfully engage with education and build confidence both inside and outside the classroom.

The Role

As a Behaviour Support Worker, you will:

• Support students with SEND and SEMH needs on a one-to-one and small group basis
• Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils to encourage engagement and participation
• Implement behaviour support strategies in line with individual student needs
• Assist with emotional regulation and conflict resolution
• Support teachers and other professionals in creating a safe and inclusive learning environment
• Promote positive behaviour, resilience, and personal development
• Help students develop social skills, confidence, and independence

What We’re Looking For

The successful candidate will have:

• Previous experience working with children or young people in a support, behaviour, care, youth work, SEND, or SEMH setting
• Strong behaviour management and relationship-building skills
• A calm, patient, and empathetic approach
• The ability to remain positive and resilient in challenging situations
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• A genuine passion for supporting vulnerable young people

Experience within education is desirable, but candidates with transferable skills from sectors such as youth work, residential care, mental health support, sports coaching, or community-based roles are also encouraged to apply.