Behaviour Support Worker SEN and Mental Health

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

Job summary

An opportunity for psychology and criminology graduates as Behaviour Support Workers in an OFSTED-rated 'Outstanding' school in Basildon. The role involves supporting children with complex needs, ideally suited for enthusiastic, patient individuals with strong communication skills. The position offers a competitive daily rate and possibilities for long-term contracts with ample training and support.

Benefits

Paid Teacher training

Weekly pay

£125 refer a friend bonus

Ample support and training

Qualifications

• Candidates should be enthusiastic and patient.
• Good educational background and Level 3 qualifications or higher.
• SEN experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide first-class support to children with complex needs in a mainstream school.
• Utilize restorative practices to help young people.

Skills

Communication skills

Patience

Teamwork

Education

Psychology or Criminology degree

Job description

Behaviour Support Worker SEN and Mental Health - Basildon, Essex

Education and training

Psychology & Criminology graduates wanted – SEN Behaviour Support worker (special education & complex needs)

Psychology/Criminology graduates wanted – Do you want to work with complex needs?

** Basildon, Essex

** Education and training

** Long-term contract (Until July 2026)

** Behaviour Support Worker SEN and Mental Health

** Possibility of a permanent contract from August 2026 for the right candidate

** £88-£100 per day (weekly pay)

** Immediate start

** SEN & Mental Health

** Experienced TA’s and graduates welcome to apply

** Good transport links

** Round-the-clock support

A fantastic opportunity has become available for a psychology graduate looking to gain valuable experience providing restorative practices to young people with a diverse set of complex needs.

This is an ‘Outstanding’ OFSTED rated mainstream school in Basildon, who are actively recruiting for specialist behaviour support workers with a psychology or criminology graduate background.

The school is looking for either an experienced SEN behaviour support worker or a graduate, to provide first class support to children with complex needs.

What we are looking for:

* Candidates who are enthusiastic and patient
* Works well within a team and is flexible
* Level 3 and higher
* Graduates are desirable
* Good education background
* Great communication skills
* SEN experience

Why work with Academics?

* Weekly pay
* Round-the-clock support
* £125 refer a friend bonus
* Good transport links to schools
* Long term roles
* Permanent contracts for the right candidate
* A great range of schools
* Ample support and training provided
* Paid Teacher training

“They were efficient, friendly, and I felt completely supported throughout my time with Academics. I cannot recommend enough to anyone who is wanting to go into teaching. They give you insights about the schools you are going to as well as cater to your timetable and location. Will miss working with such a friendly bunch.” – Trust Pilot review

If this school sounds like something you would love to be a part of, please send your application to Sarah O’Leary @ [e-mail] or call on 01245921888.

Behaviour Support Worker SEN and Mental Health - Basildon, Essex - Education and training

Behaviour Support Worker SEN and Mental Health - Basildon, Essex

Behaviour Support Worker SEN and Mental Health