Behaviour Support Worker

Axcis Education Recruitment; Oldham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Axcis Education is looking for a dedicated Behaviour Support Worker to join a mainstream secondary school in Greater Manchester. The position focuses on supporting students with challenging behaviour and creating a positive learning environment, offering competitive pay rates and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Free professional development courses

Supportive team environment

Clear behaviour policies

Qualifications

• Experience in teaching or behaviour-focused roles.
• Background in primary or secondary school settings.
• Ability to work in a team.

Responsibilities

• Support students 1:1 or in small groups to foster learning.
• Build trust with students and promote positive behaviour.
• Assist in reducing classroom disruption.

Skills

Experience in a Teaching Assistant role

Confidence in managing challenging behaviour

Patient and energetic approach

Job description

Axcis Education are seeking a committed and dynamic Behaviour Support Worker to join a welcoming and well-supported mainstream secondary school in Greater Manchester. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys working directly with young people, particularly those who may struggle with behaviour in a classroom setting. As a Behaviour Support Worker, you’ll work 1:1 or in small groups with students who require extra support to stay focused and engaged in lessons. Your presence in the classroom will help reduce disruption and ease the workload of teachers, allowing for a more positive learning environment. A key part of your role will be building trust with students, encouraging positive behaviour, and helping them succeed both academically and socially. We’re looking for someone with: - Experience in a Teaching Assistant, Learning Mentor, or behaviour-focused role - Background working in either primary or secondary schools - Confidence in managing challenging behaviour calmly and effectively - The ability to work well within a team of teachers and support staff - A patient, energetic and proactive approach to helping students re-engage with their learning The school offers a supportive team environment, clear behaviour policies and strong leadership – all of which create a positive workplace for staff and students alike. Why work with us? We offer a range of free professional development courses, including Safeguarding Level 2, to help you grow in your role. Whether you're looking to gain more classroom experience or take your first step towards a long-term career in education, we’ll support your journey. You’ll also benefit from competitive daily pay rates up to £104.

If you are interested, then please click on the apply button and contact Laurene Pierrot on 0161 529 9200 l Ext: 5013.

If you are not interested in this role but know someone else who might be, don't forget that we offer £50 in shopping vouchers if you refer a friend to us and we place them in the job. For more details, contact your local Axcis office.

This is a temporary position, unless stated otherwise.

Axcis is an equal opportunities employer and as such we do not discriminate based on age, gender, disability, race or any other equal opportunities criteria.

The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

As such, you will be required to provide an up to date DBS, or be prepared to allow Axcis to process one on your behalf, in addition to other mandatory compliance checks in line with the DfE guidelines (for details please see our website).

Axcis Education is an employment agency offering temporary supply work for daily, short-term and long-term assignments in addition to permanent positions.

You must be suitably qualified for the position advertised and be prepared to attend a face to face interview with Axcis to demonstrate your suitability for this role.

Salary / Pay Rate will be dependent on your skills and experience.

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Contact: Laurene Pierrot

Telephone: [phone] l Ext: 5013