Behaviour Support Worker — Primary School (Part-Time)

Shorefields; Tendring; Hybrid; GBP 17,000 - 18,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Cash Plan

Cycle to Work

Cinema tickets

Blue Light Card

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Alton Park Junior School, part of The Sigma Trust, is seeking a dedicated Behaviour Support Worker to implement effective behaviour strategies across the school. You will support pupils during challenging moments and help create a safe, engaging learning environment during term-time (27.5 hours/week, 38 weeks/year).

The role offers training, including a six module course, and access to TES and NASEN online training to build classroom practice. Interviews on 15th October 2026.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children in a school or similar setting.
• Ability to demonstrate a range of effective behaviour strategies and support inclusion for pupils with emotional, behavioural or SEMH needs.

Responsibilities

• Implement whole-school behaviour policies and procedures and provide direct support with managing challenging behaviour.
• Provide targeted interventions for pupils with behavioural difficulties, including one-to-one and small group support.
• Liaise with senior leaders, class teachers and parents regarding pupil behaviour and progress.
• Promote restorative approaches to conflict resolution and support pupils’ personal and social growth.
• Supervise and support pupils who may be isolated from lessons and ensure they complete work.
• Maintain accurate records and reports on behaviour incidents and interventions.

Skills

School experience

Behaviour strategies

Communication

Safeguarding

Job description

Alton Park Junior School, part of The Sigma Trust, is seeking a dedicated Behaviour Support Worker to implement effective behaviour strategies across the school. You will support pupils during challenging moments and help create a safe, engaging learning environment during term-time (27.5 hours/week, 38 weeks/year).

The role offers training, including a six module course, and access to TES and NASEN online training to build classroom practice. Interviews on 15th October 2026.