Behaviour Support Worker

New Directions Education is currently recruiting dedicated and resilient Behaviour Support Workers to work within schools and specialist provisions across the Wakefield area. Due to increasing demand, we are seeking individuals with previous experience supporting young people who may display challenging behaviour or require additional emotional and behavioural support.

This is an extremely rewarding role for candidates who are passionate about helping young people overcome barriers to learning, improve their confidence, and achieve positive outcomes.

As a Behaviour Support Worker, you will play a vital role in supporting pupils both inside and outside of the classroom, helping them engage with education and develop positive behaviours.

You will work closely with teaching staff, pastoral teams and SENCOs to provide tailored support to students who may require additional guidance throughout the school day.

• Supporting pupils with behavioural, social and emotional needs
• Building positive and trusting relationships with students
• Providing one-to-one and small group interventions
• Encouraging engagement and participation in lessons
• Supporting the implementation of behaviour management strategies
• Assisting students in developing emotional regulation and coping skills
• Promoting positive behaviour and reinforcing school expectations
• Working collaboratively with teachers and support staff to achieve positive outcomes
• Helping to create a safe, supportive and inclusive learning environment
• Supporting students during break times, transitions and other less structured periods

• Previous experience working in a Behaviour Support, SEMH, SEN, Youth Work, Care or similar role
• Experience supporting children or young people displaying challenging behaviours
• A calm, patient and resilient approach
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• The ability to remain positive and professional in challenging situations
• A genuine passion for supporting vulnerable young people
• Strong behaviour management skills and the ability to act as a positive role model

Every day as a Behaviour Support Worker presents an opportunity to positively impact a young person’s future. If you have the experience, patience and determination to support students in overcoming challenges and reaching their potential, we would love to hear from you.

• 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.