Behaviour Support Worker - Ossett & Wakefield

Milk Education; Ossett; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 17,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive daily rates of pay

Flexible start dates

Long-term opportunities

Dedicated consultant support

CPD and wellbeing resources

Job summary

Milk Education is recruiting Behaviour Support Workers to support pupils across Ossett and Wakefield. The role involves 1:1 and small group support for students with SEMH needs, building strong relationships and promoting wellbeing.

You will collaborate with teachers and pastoral teams to implement tailored plans and foster positive behaviour and learning engagement. We welcome applicants from education, youth work, care, sports coaching or mentoring backgrounds.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people in education, youth work or similar settings.
• Calm, patient and resilient approach to challenging situations.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Confidence supporting pupils with SEMH or additional needs.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with SEMH needs.
• Build positive relationships to promote engagement and wellbeing.
• Support emotional regulation and positive behaviour strategies.
• Work with teachers and pastoral teams to implement support plans.
• Encourage confidence, resilience and independent learning.
• Help pupils access learning inside and outside the classroom.
• Promote positive behaviour in line with school policies.
• Create a safe, inclusive environment for all pupils.

Skills

Experience with children

Communication skills

Patience and resilience

Behaviour management

Education

Relevant qualifications desirable

Job description

Behaviour Support Worker – Ossett & Wakefield | Flexible Start or September 2026

Full-Time | Primary & Secondary Schools | Long-Term Opportunities

Milk Education is working with a number of supportive and inclusive primary and secondary schools across Ossett and Wakefield who are looking to recruit dedicated Behaviour Support Workers.

This rewarding role is ideal for individuals who are passionate about helping young people overcome barriers to learning, develop positive behaviours, and achieve their full potential. Whether your experience comes from education, youth work, care, sports coaching, mentoring, or residential support, we'd love to hear from you.

The Role

As a Behaviour Support Worker, you will:

• Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with behavioural, social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs
• Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils to promote engagement and wellbeing
• Support pupils with emotional regulation and positive behaviour strategies
• Work alongside teachers, SENCOs, and pastoral teams to implement tailored behaviour support plans
• Encourage confidence, resilience, independence, and positive decision-making
• Help pupils successfully access learning both inside and outside the classroom
• Promote positive behaviour in line with school policies
• Create a safe, supportive, and inclusive environment where every pupil can thrive

Who We're Looking For

We welcome applicants who have:

• Experience working with children or young people in education, youth work, mentoring, care, sports coaching, or similar settings
• A calm, patient, and resilient approach
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• Confidence supporting pupils with SEMH, challenging behaviour, or additional needs
• A genuine passion for making a positive difference in young people's lives

Relevant qualifications are desirable but not essential—we're looking for people with the right attitude, transferable skills, and commitment to supporting pupils.

Why Choose Milk Education?

Milk Education is a purpose-driven, eco-conscious education agency dedicated to making a positive difference in schools and communities.

Benefits include:

• Competitive daily rates of pay
• Flexible start dates with September opportunities available
• Long-term and permanent opportunities across Ossett and Wakefield
• Dedicated consultant support throughout your placementAccess to CPD, training, and wellbeing resources
• A rewarding role where you can make a genuine impact every day

Milk Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We are proudly APSCo Compliance+ accredited, reflecting our dedication to the highest standards in safer recruitment. All applicants will be subject to thorough compliance checks in line with DfE, Keeping Children Safe in Education, and APSCo guidelines.

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