Youth Support Worker In SEN School

ABC Teachers; England; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency in the United Kingdom seeks a Support Worker specializing in challenging behaviour within a specialist school environment. You will deliver tailored support to students with SEMH needs, implement behavioural management strategies, and collaborate with various professionals to ensure effective support for each pupil. The ideal candidate should have experience with SEMH or similar challenges and a genuine passion for empowering young learners. This role includes excellent pay, training opportunities, and professional growth.

Benefits

Excellent daily rates

Guaranteed Pay Scheme

FREE training

Generous refer-a-friend bonus

Qualifications

• Proven experience supporting children or young people with challenging behaviour.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Genuine passion for supporting learners with additional needs.

Responsibilities

• Deliver 1:1 and small group support to students.
• Implement de-escalation techniques.
• Work closely with teaching staff and therapists.

Skills

Experience supporting SEMH

Interpersonal skills

Empathetic approach

Ability to work in a team

Resilience under pressure

Job description

Support Worker (SEN School - Challenging Behaviour Specialist)

ABC Teachers is seeking a dedicated Support Worker to provide high-quality support to students with Special Educational Needs (SEN), specialising in managing challenging behaviours within a nurturing school environment.

About the Role

Behaviour Support & Regulation

Deliver targeted 1:1 and small group support to students with SEN and Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, focusing on positive behaviour management and emotional regulation.

Crisis Intervention

Implement de-escalation techniques and behaviour management strategies to help students manage challenging situations safely and constructively.

Collaborative Support

Work closely with teaching staff, therapists, and the wider school community to ensure consistency and continuity in each pupil's support plan and educational journey.

Personal Growth & Development

Encourage students to build resilience, independence, and self-esteem through positive reinforcement and structured support.

About the School

A specialist school based in Coventry, providing education for children and young people aged 9 to post-16 with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.

The school is proud of its ethos of empowerment and inclusion, ensuring all students are given the tools to excel both academically and personally. The curriculum is designed to celebrate individuality, promote self-confidence, and unlock each pupil's potential.

About You

• Proven experience supporting children or young people with SEMH or challenging behaviour.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with a calm and empathetic approach.
• A genuine passion for supporting learners with additional needs.
• Experience working in a school or specialist setting (desirable but not essential).
• The ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team and follow behaviour plans consistently.
• The capacity to remain resilient and positive under pressure.
• Ability to obtain suitable references and hold (or be willing to obtain) an Enhanced DBS on the Update Service.
• This role would suit candidates from backgrounds such as: care, mental health, youth work, social care, outreach work, or mentoring.

About ABC Teachers

ABC Teachers is a market-leading education recruitment and supply agency dedicated to supporting the learning and development of young people. We are proud to work with high-quality primary, secondary and SEND teaching and support staff across the UK.

What ABC Teachers Offer

• Excellent daily rates, paid weekly by our in-house Payroll team via PAYE.
• Guaranteed Pay Scheme (subject to availability and qualifying criteria).
• Pension contributions (subject to a qualifying period).
• Full AWR compliance ensuring fair pay and conditions.
• FREE training to support professional development, such as Team Teach, Autism Awareness, and online Educare courses.
• A generous refer-a-friend bonus scheme.
• Access to a dedicated consultant offering ongoing guidance and support.

How to Apply

If you are a Support Worker who can motivate, engage, and inspire students while effectively supporting their behavioural and emotional needs, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today via this website, or for more information about this and other roles, please contact our SEND team on (phone number removed).

Due to ongoing government guidance, interviews with shortlisted candidates may take place via video call.

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