SEMH Behaviour Support Specialist - Camden

Academics Ltd; Camden Town; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

Academics Ltd in Camden is seeking a dedicated Behaviour Support Worker to support SEMH students aged 4-16. You will nurture positive relationships, help de-escalate challenging behaviours, and deliver targeted interventions inside and outside the classroom.

The role requires patience, resilience, and a calm, confident presence. You will collaborate with teachers and external professionals to create consistent structure, boundaries and real opportunities for re-engagement with education.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting SEMH students or youth in similar settings.
• Ability to build trusting relationships and set clear boundaries.
• Calm, confident approach to behaviour management and de-escalation.

Responsibilities

• Support SEMH students in and out of the classroom.
• Manage and de-escalate challenging behaviour.
• Act as a positive role model and mentor to students.

Skills

Relationship-building

Behaviour management

Engage hard-to-reach

Team player

Urban-minded

Job description

Academics Ltd in Camden is seeking a dedicated Behaviour Support Worker to support SEMH students aged 4-16. You will nurture positive relationships, help de-escalate challenging behaviours, and deliver targeted interventions inside and outside the classroom.

The role requires patience, resilience, and a calm, confident presence. You will collaborate with teachers and external professionals to create consistent structure, boundaries and real opportunities for re-engagement with education.