SEMH Behaviour Support Worker – 1:1 & De-escalation

Veritas Education Recruitment; Lewisham; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Veritas Education is seeking a confident Behaviour Support Worker for Lewisham specialist schools with a September start. You will support pupils 1:1 and in small groups, helping them re-engage with education and maintain calm environments.

Experience with challenging behaviour is essential. You will de-escalate incidents, work alongside teaching and pastoral teams, and join a supportive, experienced team with a daily rate of 110–120 per day.

Qualifications

• Experience with SEMH, PRU, youth work, or similar.
• Strong behaviour management skills.
• Calm, resilient and proactive approach.
• Available from September.

Responsibilities

• Supporting pupils 1:1 and in small groups
• Managing and de-escalating challenging behaviour
• Working closely with teaching and pastoral teams
• Helping students re-engage with education

Skills

SEMH experience

PRU experience

Youth work

Behaviour management

Job description

Veritas Education is seeking a confident Behaviour Support Worker for Lewisham specialist schools with a September start. You will support pupils 1:1 and in small groups, helping them re-engage with education and maintain calm environments.

Experience with challenging behaviour is essential. You will de-escalate incidents, work alongside teaching and pastoral teams, and join a supportive, experienced team with a daily rate of 110–120 per day.