Behaviour Support Worker

Education Network; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A specialist SEMH education provider in Newcastle is seeking a Behaviour Support Worker to assist students with social, emotional, and mental health needs. This temporary role offers opportunities for permanent employment while allowing you to make a real impact on young people's lives. Successful candidates should have experience in educational or care settings and demonstrate resilience and a positive attitude.

Benefits

Opportunity for permanent role

Supportive team environment

Further training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in education, care, or support setting.
• Understanding of social, emotional, and mental health needs.
• Resilient nature and a good sense of humour.

Responsibilities

• Support students with SEMH needs and challenging behaviour.
• Build positive relationships to engage young people.
• Work with staff to provide tailored support.

Skills

Experience working with young people

Understanding of mental health needs

Ability to remain calm under pressure

Job description

Overview

Hours: 27.5 hours per week Monday - Friday (Term-Time Only)

Pay: £13.68 per hour

Start Date: September

Location: Newcastle

Contract: Temporary ongoing

Are you enthusiastic about supporting young people with social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs? Do you have the resilience and sense of humour needed to make a real difference?

We are recruiting for a Behaviour Support Worker to join a specialist SEMH alternative education provider in Newcastle. This role is expected to continue until the end of the academic year and beyond, with opportunities for permanent employment.

Responsibilities

• Supporting students who experience barriers to learning due to SEMH needs and challenging behaviour
• Building positive relationships to engage and motivate young people
• Implementing behaviour strategies to support emotional regulation and learning
• Working closely with teaching staff and external professionals to provide tailored support

What We Are Looking For

• Experience working with young people in an education, care, or support setting
• Understanding of mental health needs and neurological conditions
• A resilient nature, positive attitude, and a good sense of humour
• The ability to remain calm under pressure and adapt to challenging situations
• While formal experience in a similar role is beneficial, we welcome applicants with transferable skills from youth work, sports coaching, residential care, or similar backgrounds.

Why Join Us?

• Opportunity to make a lasting impact on young people\'s lives
• Potential for a long-term or permanent role
• Supportive team environment in a specialist SEMH provision

Apply now to take the next step in your career and help shape the future of young people who need it most.

Application

If you are interested in this role please email Genna.sinclair @(url removed) with an up to date copy of your CV, or give us a call on (phone number removed) for an informal chat about opportunities.

The Education Network Offer

Our specialist team boasts extensive combined experience and an unrivalled reputation within the education sector. We take great pride in delivering consistently high service levels to both schools and candidates. Our approach is honest, efficient, and designed to offer a recruitment solution tailored to your needs. Additionally, we provide opportunities for further training and development to enhance your career. You will work in a friendly, caring, and supportive environment where every child matters. Our highly committed and hardworking consultants will strive to find roles that suit your professional aspirations. We also offer excellent rates of pay and ongoing opportunities for professional growth.

The Education Network is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to our comprehensive vetting procedures, including enhanced DBS checks and references. We adhere to Safer Recruitment practices and maintain the highest standards of compliance. We are an equal opportunities employer, and The Education Network operates as a recruitment agency for this role. Due to the high volume of applications, we will contact shortlisted candidates within three days.

Data Privacy and Processing: By applying for this role, you agree for The Education Network to process and store your personal data, including your CV and application form, for recruitment purposes. The Education Network is committed to protecting your privacy and handling your data in accordance with GDPR. Your information will be kept securely and will not be shared with third parties without your consent. We will retain your data for up to 24 months unless you request deletion earlier. You have the right to access, amend, or delete your data at any time by contacting Neville Wood at The Education Network.

The Education Network is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Appointments are subject to enhanced DBS checks and other safeguarding checks. The Education Network is an equal opportunities employer and acts as a recruitment agency for this vacancy. Due to the expected high volume of applications we will contact shortlisted candidates within 3 days.