Trainee Behaviour Support Worker

Vision for Education Ltd; Bristol; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free online training

CPD

Refer a Friend bonus

Job summary

Vision for Education Ltd. seeks a Trainee Behaviour Support Worker for a specialist SEMH school in North Bristol. You will support pupils with emotional and behavioural needs, helping them stay engaged and build positive relationships.

Previous school experience isn’t essential; personality and willingness to learn matter. Free online training is provided before you start, with ongoing CPD and support from your dedicated consultant.

Qualifications

• Positive attitude and genuine interest in supporting young people.
• Be patient, resilient and confident building relationships.
• Able to remain calm when faced with challenging behaviour.
• Available full-time (32.5 hours per week).
• Hold, or be willing to apply for, an Enhanced DBS on the Update Service.
• Be able to provide suitable references.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils throughout the school day, helping them manage emotions and stay engaged with learning.
• Help develop positive relationships and supportive behaviours.
• Remain calm in challenging situations to maintain a safe learning environment.
• Work full-time during term time with the potential to secure a permanent role.

Skills

Patience

Resilience

Relationship-building

Calm under pressure

Willingness to learn

Job description

SEMH School | North Bristol
£462.80 per week (32.5 hours)
Full-time | Term Time Only | 0-hour contract with the opportunity to secure a permanent role

Do you have the patience, resilience and sense of humour to build positive relationships with young people?

Vision for Education are looking for a Trainee Behaviour Support Worker to join a specialist SEMH school in North Bristol. The school supports pupils who have social, emotional and mental health needs and may display challenging behaviour.

Previous school experience isn\'t essential. We\'re much more interested in your personality, attitude and willingness to learn. If you\'re calm under pressure, able to build trust and genuinely want to make a difference, we\'d love to hear from you.

We provide free online training before you start, giving you the skills and confidence needed to work in the role.

The role

You\'ll support pupils throughout the school day, helping them to manage their emotions, stay engaged with learning and develop positive relationships. Every day is different, so you\'ll need to be adaptable, resilient and able to remain calm in challenging situations.

This is a 0-hour contract, offering full-time work during term time, with the opportunity to secure a permanent role with the school.

We\'re looking for someone who can commit to 32.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday.

Requirements

To be considered for the role, you\'ll:

• Have a positive attitude and a genuine interest in supporting young people.
• Be patient, resilient and confident building relationships.
• Be able to remain calm when faced with challenging behaviour.
• Be available full-time (32.5 hours per week).
• Hold, or be willing to apply for, an Enhanced DBS on the Update Service.
• Be able to provide suitable references.

What we offer

• £462.80 per week, paid via PAYE.
• Free online training before you start, plus ongoing CPD.
• Ongoing support from your dedicated consultant.
• £125 Refer a Friend bonus.