Behaviour Support Worker

A great opportunity has opened for experienced Behaviour Support Workers to join specialist and mainstream settings across the Wakefield area. This flexible role is ideal for someone confident supporting young people who present challenging behaviour and require consistent, structured guidance.

• Providing targeted behaviour support to pupils across KS3 and KS4
• Using de‑escalation strategies, positive reinforcement and trauma‑informed approaches
• Supporting pupils to regulate emotions, build resilience and develop positive routines
• Working 1:1 and in small groups to deliver behaviour‑focused interventions
• Building strong, trusting relationships that promote safety and engagement
• Recording incidents, monitoring progress and feeding back to pastoral and safeguarding teams
• Working closely with teachers, SENCOs and external professionals to ensure consistent support
• Previous experience in a similar behaviour support role
• Strong behaviour management and communication skills
• Ability to remain calm, patient and solution‑focused under pressure
• A proactive, resilient approach with a genuine commitment to pupil wellbeing
• Experience working in education or youth settings

If you’re passionate about helping young people overcome barriers and thrive, this behaviour support role offers a meaningful opportunity to use your experience where it truly counts.
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• A dedicated and expert Account Manager
• Regular and varied supply work
• Competitive rates of pay
• Potential long-term teaching roles
• Full compliance with the Agency Workers Regulation (AWR)
• A network of branches across the UK
• Preferred supplier to more than 20 boroughs across the UK
• Respected reputation across the education and recruitment industry

We are fully committed to the protection of children and vulnerable adults. All applicants must undertake a full enhanced DBS check.