Behaviour Support Worker

GSL Education; Lytchett Minster; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational support service is seeking a Behaviour Support Worker in Lytchett Minster to help students overcome behavioral challenges. This role requires providing one-to-one guidance, working alongside teachers to foster a positive learning environment. Candidates should have experience working with children and possess strong communication, empathy, and resilience skills. Opportunities for both full-time and part-time contracts are available, starting from January 2026.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with children or young people in a behaviour or SEN setting.
• Sound understanding of safeguarding and child protection.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils in managing behaviour and developing coping strategies.
• Work collaboratively with teachers to adapt classroom activities for individual needs.
• Build trusting relationships with pupils.
• Promote a calm, structured learning atmosphere.

Skills

Strong communication

De-escalation skills

Relationship-building skills

Patience

Empathy

Resilience

Education

CACHE Level 2 / 3 or NVQ Level 2 / 3 in Childcare

Job description

Job description

Required a Behaviour Support Worker in Lytchett Minster!

Behaviour Support Worker

Location : Lytchett Minster

Salary : £ - £ per hour (Depending on Experience)

Start Date : January 2026

Contract Type : Full-time / Part-time

Are you dedicated to supporting young people in overcoming behavioural challenges and reaching their full potential in education? GSL Education are seeking dedicated Behaviour Support Workers to join schools in Lytchett Minster .

As a Behaviour Support Worker , you will provide one-to-one and small group support to pupils with behavioural needs, ensuring they remain engaged in learning and feel supported in their personal development. You will work closely with teachers and pastoral staff to create a safe, structured, and positive learning environment.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils in managing behaviour and developing coping strategies.
• Work collaboratively with teachers to adapt classroom activities for individual needs.
• Provide feedback to teachers, SENCOs, and parents regarding progress and challenges.
• Build trusting and supportive relationships with pupils.
• Promote a calm, structured learning atmosphere.
• Encourage positive social interaction and emotional regulation.

Requirements

• Previous experience working with children or young people, ideally in a behaviour or SEN setting.
• CACHE Level 2 / 3, NVQ Level 2 / 3 in Childcare, Teaching Assistance, or equivalent qualification (desirable but not essential).
• Patience, empathy, and resilience when supporting pupils with behavioural challenges.
• Strong communication, de-escalation, and relationship‑building skills.
• A sound understanding of safeguarding and child protection.

If you’re a Behaviour Support Worker ready to inspire positive change and help students thrive both in and out of the classroom, we would love to hear from you!

To work with GSL Education as a Behaviour Support Worker, you should :

Additional Requirements

• Have the right to work in the UK.
• Have an up-to-date CV with two relevant references from within the last 2 years.
• Have a DBS registered to the update service or be happy to apply for one with GSL Education.

Please be advised that this role requires strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks including an enhanced DBS on the update service.

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.