Behaviour Support Worker

Engage Partners Limited; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CPD training

Referral bonus (£50 Amazon voucher)

Job summary

Engage Partners Limited is seeking a dedicated Behaviour Support Worker for a school in Wakefield to help pupils access the curriculum and participate in SEN activities. The role is term-time only with a fixed daily schedule 08:30–15:30.

The successful candidate will support pupils with behavioural needs, collaborate with teachers, and contribute to an inclusive learning environment while ensuring pupil wellbeing and progress throughout the school day.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting pupils with behavioural needs in a school or educational setting.
• Patience, adaptability, and a genuine passion for helping children achieve their potential.
• Ability to work collaboratively with teachers and other support staff.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils 1:1 or in small groups to access the curriculum.
• Assist teachers with differentiated learning activities and interventions.
• Help create an inclusive classroom environment where all pupils can thrive.
• Support pupils with social, emotional, and behavioural needs as part of a structured SEN programme.

Skills

Behaviour support

Pupil engagement

Team collaboration

Job description

Behaviour Support Worker – Wakefield
Temporary contract
08:30am until 15:30pm Monday to Friday – term time only

We’re looking for a dedicated and compassionate Behaviour Support Worker to join a supportive school in Wakefield. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference to the learning and development of pupils with additional needs.

What you’ll be doing:

• Supporting pupils 1:1 or in small groups to access the curriculum
• Assisting teachers with differentiated learning activities and interventions
• Helping create an inclusive classroom environment where all pupils can thrive
• Supporting pupils with social, emotional, and behavioural needs as part of a structured SEN programme

What we’re looking for:

• Previous experience supporting pupils with behavioural needs in a school or educational setting
• Patience, adaptability, and a genuine passion for helping children achieve their potential
• Ability to work collaboratively with teachers and other support staff

About the school:

• Supportive leadership and inclusive environment
• Strong focus on pupil wellbeing and progress

Why choose Engage Education?

• We pay all our staff in line with the Agency Worker Regulations, meaning your pay will be equal to that of a permanent employee
• You will benefit from your own dedicated Engage consultant who will provide ongoing support and guidance
• You will be invited to our wide range of continued professional development (CPD) training sessions, provided by our in‑house team of experienced senior leaders. These are completely free to attend!
• Receive a £50 Amazon voucher when you refer friends!

All candidates will be required to undertake a valid enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance will be provided.

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We look forward to hearing from you!