SEMH Behaviour Support Specialist | Youth Education (Gloucester)

Academics; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

Academics in Gloucester is seeking a Behaviour Support Worker to assist students with SEMH and specialist education. The role is full-time, Monday to Friday, 8:30am-3:30pm, with a daily pay of £90-£105. Immediate start is available, and the position offers long-term potential.

You will build trusted relationships, support learning, and work closely with teachers to create a calm, supportive classroom environment for students facing behavioural challenges.

Qualifications

• A Psychology graduate or studying towards a related degree.
• Experience in youth work, support work, education or mentoring.
• Confident, patient and resilient with challenging or vulnerable young people.
• Interested in SEMH and specialist education.

Responsibilities

• Build positive relationships with students and provide consistent support.
• Support students with SEMH, behavioural and learning needs.
• Encourage emotional regulation and engagement with learning.
• Help students develop confidence and coping strategies.
• Collaborate with teachers and pastoral staff to ensure consistency.
• Contribute to a calm and safe learning environment.

Skills

Youth work experience

Mentoring

Empathy

Resilience

Education

Psychology degree

Studying psychology

Job description

Academics in Gloucester is seeking a Behaviour Support Worker to assist students with SEMH and specialist education. The role is full-time, Monday to Friday, 8:30am-3:30pm, with a daily pay of £90-£105. Immediate start is available, and the position offers long-term potential.

You will build trusted relationships, support learning, and work closely with teachers to create a calm, supportive classroom environment for students facing behavioural challenges.