Behaviour Support Worker

GSL Education; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Consultant support

Flexible working opportunities

Supportive school settings

Competitive daily rates

Job summary

The Behaviour Support Worker role in Hartlepool is offered by GSL Education. You will support pupils with behavioural, social and emotional barriers to learning, providing 1:1 and small-group support, and promoting positive engagement.

You will work closely with teaching staff to implement de-escalation strategies, build trusting relationships, and help pupils develop skills for success inside and outside the classroom. DBS Update Service is preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people.
• Experience supporting pupils with challenging behaviours.
• Comfortable working 1:1 and in small groups.
• Patient, resilient and adaptable in approach.
• Strong behaviour management and de-escalation skills.
• Experience with SEMH/SEND/ASD/ADHD desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils.
• Support behaviours that challenge and emotional regulation.
• Build positive, professional relationships with pupils.
• Promote positive behaviour and engagement in learning.
• Use de-escalation strategies to maintain a safe environment.
• Support pupils to overcome barriers to learning and participation.
• Encourage confidence, resilience and independence.
• Collaborate with teaching staff, SENCOs and pastoral teams.
• Support pupils with additional needs where required.

Skills

1:1 support

Small-group support

Behaviour management

De-escalation

Tools

Enhanced DBS Update Service

Job description

Behaviour Support Worker

Location: Hartlepool
Salary: £90-£120 per day (dependent on experience)
Start Date: Immediate / September 2026
Contract Type: Full-Time / Flexible

A welcoming and supportive school in Hartlepool is seeking a dedicated and resilient Behaviour Support Worker to join their team. This Behaviour Support Worker role is ideal for someone passionate about helping children and young people overcome behavioural, social and emotional barriers to learning.

The successful Behaviour Support Worker will work closely with pupils who require additional support with behaviour, emotional regulation and engagement. You will build positive and trusting relationships, act as a consistent role model and support pupils in developing the skills they need to succeed both inside and outside the classroom.

Key Responsibilities of the Behaviour Support Worker:

• Providing 1:1 and small-group support to pupils.
• Supporting pupils with behaviours that challenge and emotional regulation.
• Building positive, professional and trusting relationships with pupils.
• Promoting positive behaviour and engagement in learning.
• Using effective behaviour management and de-escalation strategies.
• Supporting pupils to overcome barriers to learning and participation.
• Encouraging confidence, resilience, independence and self-esteem.
• Working closely with teaching staff, SENCOs and pastoral teams.
• Supporting pupils with SEMH, ASD, ADHD and other additional needs where required.
• Helping to maintain a safe, inclusive and supportive learning environment.

The Ideal Behaviour Support Worker Will:

• Have previous experience working with children or young people.
• Have experience supporting pupils with behaviours that challenge.
• Be confident working with pupils on a 1:1 basis and in small groups.
• Be patient, resilient and adaptable in approach.
• Have strong behaviour management and de-escalation skills.
• Have experience supporting pupils with SEMH, SEND, ASD or ADHD (desirable).
• Have excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Hold Team Teach training (desirable but not essential).
• Hold an enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or be willing to apply).
• Have a fully checkable work history.

Benefits:

• Dedicated consultant support throughout your career journey.
• Flexible working opportunities to suit your availability.
• Opportunities to work within welcoming and supportive school settings.
• Competitive daily rates of pay.
• Ongoing support and guidance from experienced education consultants.
• Access to training courses to enhance knowledge and skills.

This Behaviour Support Worker role requires a strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection. All successful applicants must satisfy safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service.

Referral Bonus:
We are currently offering £100 for the successful referral of Teachers or Teaching Assistants.