Behaviour Support Worker

GUARDIAN SELECTION LIMITED; North Carolina; On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Consultant support

Flexible hours

Referral bonus

Job summary

Guardian Selection Limited in Hartlepool is seeking a dedicated Behaviour Support Worker to help pupils overcome behavioural and emotional barriers to learning.

You will provide 1:1 and small-group support, build positive relationships, and work with staff to create a safe, inclusive classroom environment. Immediate start available with full-time/flexible hours and competitive daily rates.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people.
• Experience supporting pupils with challenging behaviours.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Providing 1:1 and small-group support to pupils.
• Supporting pupils with behaviours that challenge and emotional regulation.
• Building positive, professional and trusting relationships with pupils.
• Promoting positive behaviour and engagement in learning.
• Using effective behaviour management and de-escalation strategies.
• Supporting pupils to overcome barriers to learning and participation.
• Encouraging confidence, resilience, independence and self-esteem.
• Working closely with teaching staff, SENCOs and pastoral teams.
• Supporting pupils with SEMH, SEND, ASD or ADHD where required.
• Helping to maintain a safe, inclusive and supportive learning environment.

Skills

1:1 support

Group support

Behaviour management

Communication skills

Safeguarding awareness

Tools

Team Teach training

Job description

Location: Hartlepool
Salary: £90–£120 per day (dependent on experience)
Start Date: Immediate / September 2026
Contract Type: Full-Time / Flexible

A welcoming and supportive school in Hartlepool is seeking a dedicated and resilient Behaviour Support Worker to join their team. This Behaviour Support Worker role is ideal for someone passionate about helping children and young people overcome behavioural, social and emotional barriers to learning.

The successful Behaviour Support Worker will work closely with pupils who require additional support with behaviour, emotional regulation and engagement. You will build positive and trusting relationships, act as a consistent role model and support pupils in developing the skills they need to succeed both inside and outside the classroom.

Key Responsibilities of the Behaviour Support Worker:

Providing 1:1 and small-group support to pupils.

Supporting pupils with behaviours that challenge and emotional regulation.

Building positive, professional and trusting relationships with pupils.

Promoting positive behaviour and engagement in learning.

Using effective behaviour management and de-escalation strategies.

Supporting pupils to overcome barriers to learning and participation.

Encouraging confidence, resilience, independence and self-esteem.

Working closely with teaching staff, SENCOs and pastoral teams.

Supporting pupils with SEMH, ASD, ADHD and other additional needs where required.

Helping to maintain a safe, inclusive and supportive learning environment.

The Ideal Behaviour Support Worker Will:

Have previous experience working with children or young people.

Have experience supporting pupils with behaviours that challenge.

Be confident working with pupils on a 1:1 basis and in small groups.

Be patient, resilient and adaptable in approach.

Have strong behaviour management and de-escalation skills.

Have experience supporting pupils with SEMH, SEND, ASD or ADHD (desirable).

Have excellent communication and relationship-building skills.

Hold Team Teach training (desirable but not essential).

Hold an enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or be willing to apply).

Have a fully checkable work history.

Dedicated consultant support throughout your career journey.

Flexible working opportunities to suit your availability.

Opportunities to work within welcoming and supportive school settings.

Competitive daily rates of pay.

Ongoing support and guidance from experienced education consultants.

Access to training courses to enhance knowledge and skills.

This Behaviour Support Worker role requires a strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection. All successful applicants must satisfy safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service.

Referral Bonus: We are currently offering £100 for the successful referral of Teachers or Teaching Assistants.