Behaviour Support Worker - Oxford

Academics Ltd.; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable educational organization in Oxford is seeking a Behaviour Support Worker to foster a nurturing environment for students. This role involves promoting positive behaviour, supporting students with social skills, and ensuring a safe learning atmosphere. The ideal candidate should demonstrate strong communication skills, empathy, and a passion for child support. The position offers professional growth opportunities and is set to start in January 2026, with a salary of £85 - £100 per day.

Benefits

Ongoing professional development

Nurturing work environment

Transformative career experience

Qualifications

• Ability to work collaboratively within a team.
• Experience supporting children with educational and mental health needs is beneficial.
• Desire to make a positive impact.

Responsibilities

• Work directly with students to promote positive behaviour and emotional regulation.
• Support students in developing social skills and conflict resolution strategies.
• Facilitate group activities and promote positive peer interactions.
• Model healthy coping strategies and maintain a safe learning environment.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Collaboration in a multi-disciplinary team

Patience

Empathy

Passion for supporting children

Job description

Behaviour Support Worker - Oxford

Our lovely school in Oxford is looking for a Behaviour Support Worker to join them in fostering a nurturing and inclusive environment for their students. They believe that their students deserve the opportunity to thrive both academically and emotionally.

This is a great opportunity to be involved in a supportive team. You will also be making a real difference in the lives of children with behavioural and mental health needs.

Key Responsibilities

• In this role, your main goal will be to work directly with students to promote positive behaviour and emotional regulation.
• You will also support students in developing social skills and conflict resolution strategies so that they can have all the necessary tools to thrive in social situations.
• Part of your role as a Behaviour Support Worker will be to facilitate group activities and promote positive peer interactions.
• You will also help model healthy coping strategies and social skills and maintain a safe and positive learning environment for all students.

Ideal Candidate

• Have the ability to work collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary team.
• Have strong communication skills.
• Patience, empathy and genuine passion for supporting children.
• Experience supporting children and young people with educational needs and social, emotional and mental health needs will be beneficial but not essential.
• A desire to make a real impact.

What you will gain from this role

• The opportunity to work in a nurturing environment.
• Access to ongoing professional development and training opportunities.
• Amazing experience to further your career in education, psychology or social work.
• The ability to work in a fulfilling role that makes a difference every day.
• Overall this will be a transformative experience, enriching your life while also making a positive impact on the lives of children who are struggling to cope in the classroom.

Role Details

• Behaviour Support
• Oxford
• £85 - £100 per day
• Full Time
• January 2026 Start

If you are ready to make a positive impact on the lives with children with behavioural and mental health needs, please apply directly to this advert. You will be contacted if you have been short‑listed.