Behaviour Support Worker

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

Job summary

A leading educational support organization in Reading is seeking a Behaviour Support Worker to assist children with emotional and behavioural needs. This full-time position involves working one-on-one with pupils facing challenges linked to Autism and ADHD, implementing support strategies, and collaborating with educational professionals. Ideal candidates should be calm, resilient, and passionate about making a positive impact on young lives. Excellent opportunity for those pursuing a career in educational psychology or social care.

Qualifications

• Interest in behaviour management, psychology, criminology, or youth justice.
• Experience working with children, especially those with challenging behaviour.
• Ability to support students with Autism, ADHD, and SEMH.

Responsibilities

• Support behaviour regulation and emotional de-escalation.
• Implement behaviour support strategies and interventions.
• Work 1:1 with pupils who struggle in mainstream classrooms.
• Collaborate with teachers, SENCOs, and mental health professionals.

Skills

Behaviour management

Emotional support

Collaboration

Calm under pressure

Resilience

Job description

Behaviour Support Worker – Reading

ASAP Start | Full-Time

Are you confident supporting children with behavioural and emotional needs?

A specialist SEN school in Reading is seeking a Behaviour Support Worker to help pupils who require structure, consistency, and positive role modelling. This full-time role is ideal for individuals with an interest in behaviour management, psychology, criminology, or youth justice.

As a Behaviour Support Worker, you will work with children and young people displaying challenging behaviour linked to Autism, ADHD, SEMH, trauma, and social‑emotional difficulties, supporting them to re‑engage positively with education.

Key Details:

• Role: Behaviour Support Worker
• Location: Reading
• Salary: £89–£100 per day
• Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 3:30pm
• Start Date: ASAP
• Age Range: 11 to 18 years

Your Responsibilities Will Include:

• Supporting behaviour regulation and emotional de‑escalation
• Implementing behaviour support strategies and interventions
• Working 1:1 with pupils who struggle in mainstream classrooms
• Collaborating with teachers, SENCOs, and mental health professionals

This Behaviour Support Worker role provides outstanding experience for those aiming for careers in educational psychology, youth work, teaching, social care, or mental health services.

If you’re calm under pressure, resilient, and passionate about helping young people succeed — apply today.