Behaviour Support Worker

TeacherActive; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 16,605 - 22,140; Part time

Job summary

A UK-based education support provider is seeking a Behaviour Support Worker to assist students facing challenges in mainstream education. The role involves supporting students with behaviour management, building positive relationships, and working collaboratively with teaching staff. This is an essential position for nurturing a safe and inclusive learning environment. The job offers a temporary contract with a pay rate of £90 - £120 per day.

Qualifications

• Empathy and resilience in supporting young people.
• Ability to communicate effectively and de-escalate situations.
• Flexibility and proactivity to work as part of a team.
• Experience working with young people with various needs is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Build positive relationships with students.
• Support behaviour management strategies in lessons.
• Deliver targeted interventions for self-regulation.
• Collaborate with staff for a safe learning environment.
• Contribute to behaviour plans and restorative practices.

Skills

Empathetic and resilient

Excellent communication

Calm under pressure

Experience with young people

Job description

Yorkshire and Humber/ temporary / £90 - 120 per day

Alternative Provisions supports students who have found mainstream education challenging. They provide a nurturing, personalised learning environment that helps young people re-engage with education, build confidence, and develop positive behaviour strategies that will serve them for life.

Behaviour Support Worker

As a Behaviour Support Worker, you’ll play a vital role in supporting our students both in and out of the classroom. You’ll work closely with teaching staff, pastoral teams, and external agencies to promote positive behaviour, manage challenging situations calmly, and help students reach their potential.

Responsibilities

• Building positive, respectful relationships with students.
• Supporting behaviour management strategies in lessons and around the school.
• Delivering targeted interventions to help students develop self-regulation and social skills.
• Working collaboratively with staff to create a safe, supportive, and inclusive learning environment.
• Contributing to behaviour plans and supporting restorative practices.

Qualifications

• Empathetic and resilient, with a genuine commitment to improving outcomes for young people.
• Calm under pressure, with excellent communication and de‑escalation skills.
• Flexible and proactive, able to work as part of a dedicated team.
• Experience in working with young people with behavioural, emotional, or social needs (desirable but not essential).

Additional Information

• Staff are paid on a PAYE basis, ensuring correct tax and National Insurance contributions.
• All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive. Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks, and requires professional references.
• TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business providing temporary or contract job‑seeking services.

CONTACT NUMBER: 0113 331 4945