Behaviour Support Worker

Crawshaw Academy; Pudsey; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous pension scheme

Flexible working options

Professional development

Job summary

Crawshaw Academy in Pudsey is seeking a dedicated Behaviour Support Worker to join the Pastoral Support Team on a fixed-term basis until 31 December 2026. The role is term-time only (Mon-Thu 08:00–16:00, Fri 08:00–15:30) and aims to support students to overcome barriers to learning, wellbeing and engagement.

You will work closely with students, families and professionals to promote positive behaviour, attendance, inclusion and personal development, fostering a culture where every pupil feels

Qualifications

• Experience of providing pastoral support to young people.
• Compassionate and adaptable with commitment to diverse pupil needs.
• Ability to build positive relationships with students, families and staff.
• Clear communicator with excellent organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Support students to overcome barriers to learning, wellbeing and engagement.
• Promote positive behaviour, attendance, inclusion and personal development.
• Work with families, colleagues and external professionals using restorative approaches.
• Foster a culture of belonging and high expectations while showing empathy.

Skills

Pastoral support

Compassionate

Relationship building

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Empathy & firmness

Job description

Fixed Term to December 31st 2026. The post is offered on a fixed-term basis to provide additional capacity and support within the team.

Term-time only. Monday - Thursday, 08:00 - 16:00 and Friday, 08:00 - 15:30.

Do you want to make a meaningful difference to the lives of young people every day?

We are looking for a compassionate, proactive and relationship-focused Behaviour Support Worker to be part of our Pastoral Support Team. In this rewarding role, you will help create a safe, inclusive and supportive environment where every student feels valued, respected and able to succeed.

You will support students to overcome barriers to learning, wellbeing and engagement, helping them to develop confidence, positive relationships and strategies to manage challenges successfully. Through restorative, strengths-based approaches, you will work closely with students, families, colleagues and external professionals to promote positive behaviour, attendance, inclusion and personal development.

We recognise that every student has unique strengths, experiences and ways of thinking. As part of our Pastoral Support Team, you will play an important role in fostering a culture of belonging, where individual differences are respected, support is tailored to individual needs and all students are encouraged to thrive and achieve their potential.

About our School

Crawshaw Academy is a welcoming and supportive community, shaped by a dedicated staff team who genuinely care about giving every young person the best possible experience. We encourage our students to aim high, believe in themselves and be ambitious about their futures.

We believe education is about more than results. It is about helping young people grow into confident kind and well-rounded individuals. Our staff take the time to know each student well, recognising their strengths nurturing their talents and supporting them to achieve their best.

Learning beyond the classroom is highly valued at Crawshaw Academy. A wide range of extracurricular opportunities including sport the arts trips and performances allows students to discover new interests build friendships and develop teamwork leadership and resilience. These experiences help students gain a broader understanding of different cultures traditions and ways of life.

We set high standards because we care. By providing the right balance of challenge guidance and support we ensure every student feels confident valued and able to thrive.

Here’s what you can expect when you join us:

• Generous pension scheme: Employer contribution rate of 15.30%, plus a wide range of benefits and discounts.
• Flexible working options: We support work-life balance and are open to exploring suitable arrangements
• Supportive environment: We prioritise respect, equality, diversity, and well-being
• Community culture: Collaboration and generosity are at the heart of our team
• Professional development: We invest in your growth at every stage of your career

About You

• A professional individual with experience of providing pastoral support to young people
• A compassionate and adaptable individual who demonstrates a strong commitment to meeting the diverse needs of all pupils
• Committed to building positive relationships with students, fostering respect while maintaining high expectations
• A clear communicator with excellent organisation skills, able to balance firmness with empathy and build relationships with a wide range of individuals

Adjustments: Should you require any adjustments to our recruitment process, please include these within Part Two of our application form under the section 'Disability and Accessibility'.

Applicant Guidance

Red Kite Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointments will be subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure. We are an equal opportunities employer which welcomes applications from all sectors of the community. We are committed to promoting diversity and want a workforce which reflects the local population of each of our schools. Our recruitment guidelines and privacy notice for applicants can be found HERE.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received, so we encourage early submission. We reserve the right to close this vacancy before the advertised closing date should a suitable candidate be appointed.