Behaviour Support Worker

senploy; Oldham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist educational organization is seeking a Behaviour Support Worker in Oldham, UK, to provide crucial 1:1 support for students with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. This full-time position offers a salary of £105-£140 per day, depending on experience. Key responsibilities include supporting learning, encouraging positive behaviours, and collaborating with teachers and families. Ideal candidates will have experience with SEMH, strong communication skills, and the ability to build positive relationships. Submit your CV to be considered for this rewarding opportunity.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people, ideally with SEMH or behavioural needs.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships.
• An understanding of SEMH and SEND strategies.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with SEMH and behavioural needs.
• Support the class teacher with lesson delivery and behaviour management.
• Help monitor pupil progress and communicate effectively with teaching staff.

Skills

Experience with SEMH or behavioural needs

Empathetic communication

Ability to build positive relationships

Education

Relevant qualification in education, care, or support

Job description

Behaviour Support Worker

Job Title: Behaviour Support Worker
Area: Oldham, Greater Manchester
Start Date: Monday 19th January 2026
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £105-£140 per day (Dependent on experience and responsibilities)
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 3:30pm

About the School

Are you a calm, resilient, and caring individual with a genuine interest in supporting young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs?

We are partnering with a friendly and inclusive specialist school in Oldham that is looking to appoint a committed SEMH Behaviour Support Worker to join their dedicated team. This is a rewarding opportunity to positively influence the lives of pupils who benefit from consistency, understanding, and positive role models.

SEMH Behaviour Support Worker - Key Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with SEMH and behavioural needs
• Support the class teacher with lesson delivery, behaviour management, and targeted interventions
• Encourage positive behaviour, emotional regulation, and coping strategies throughout the school day
• Help monitor pupil progress and communicate effectively with teaching staff and families

What We're Looking For

• Experience working with children or young people with SEMH or behavioural needs (school, care, or youth work backgrounds welcome)
• A patient, empathetic, and proactive approach to behaviour support
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships
• An understanding of SEMH and SEND strategies
• A relevant qualification in education, care, or support is beneficial but not essential

SEMH Behaviour Support Worker - To Be Eligible You Must

• Hold the Right to Work in the UK
• Have an enhanced child barred list DBS on the update service (or be willing to apply)
• Be able to provide two professional references (child-related preferred)

Please submit your up-to-date CV to be considered. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency for this vacancy. Safeguarding and child protection are at the heart of everything we do - all candidates must undergo the relevant vetting checks before starting work.

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