Positive Behaviour Support Practitioner

Bright Star Talent Limited; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 14,560 - 19,110; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive weekly pay

Dedicated consultant

Exclusive vacancies

Simple registration

Ongoing support

Job summary

Bright Star Talent is recruiting for a welcoming specialist school in Birmingham (B23) to start in September. You will provide 1:1 and small group behaviour support, building safe, engaged learners inside and outside the classroom.

You will work with pupils with ASC, SEMH, ADHD and other needs, implementing strategies and promoting emotional regulation. The role includes reporting progress and upholding safeguarding and pupil wellbeing.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting pupils with additional needs and behavioural challenges.
• Understanding of safeguarding and child protection.

Responsibilities

• Providing 1:1 and small group behaviour support.
• Building positive relationships with pupils through consistency and encouragement.
• Supporting pupils with ASC, SEMH, ADHD and other needs.
• Implementing behaviour strategies and promoting emotional regulation.
• Working with teachers to maintain a calm learning environment.
• Encouraging independence, confidence and resilience.
• Recording progress and reporting observations to teaching staff.
• Promoting safeguarding and pupil wellbeing at all times.

Skills

Behaviour support

Education

Enhanced DBS check

Job description

Bright Star Talent is delighted to be supporting the recruitment of a welcoming and highly respected specialist school in Birmingham (B23). Through our growing partnership with the school's wider organisation, we are now working closely with the leadership team to recruit exceptional staff for September. The school is renowned for its nurturing approach, supportive leadership and commitment to helping every pupil thrive. Senior leaders are interviewing throughout the summer holidays to ensure they secure the very best staff for the new academic year.

About the Opportunity

This role is ideal for someone who is passionate about helping young people overcome barriers to learning. You'll work closely with pupils who require additional behavioural and emotional support, helping them feel safe, engaged and confident both inside and outside the classroom.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Providing 1:1 and small group behaviour support.
• Building positive relationships with pupils through consistency, patience and encouragement.
• Supporting pupils with Autism (ASC), SEMH, ADHD and other additional needs.
• Implementing behaviour support strategies and promoting emotional regulation.
• Working alongside teachers to maintain a calm and positive learning environment.
• Encouraging independence, confidence and resilience.
• Recording progress and reporting observations to teaching staff.
• Promoting safeguarding and pupil wellbeing at all times.

Why Join Bright Star Talent?

When you register with Bright Star Talent, you're joining an agency that values long‑term relationships with both schools and candidates.

You'll benefit from:

• Competitive weekly pay.
• A dedicated consultant who will support you throughout your placement.
• Access to exclusive vacancies with trusted partner schools.
• A simple, efficient registration process.
• Ongoing support before, during and after your placement.
• Opportunities to secure long‑term and permanent positions.

Safeguarding & Compliance

Bright Star Talent is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be subject to our robust compliance and safer recruitment procedures.

All appointments are subject to satisfactory compliance checks in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) guidance.

To apply, you must have:

• An Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service (or be willing to obtain one).
• Two satisfactory employment references covering the last two years.
• The right to work in the UK.
• A strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection.