Behaviour Support Worker

Behaviour Support Worker

Newcastle and Gateshead | £17-£20 per Hour

We are currently seeking a passionate and skilled Behaviour Support Worker to support young people with behavioural, emotional and additional learning needs.

This role focuses on promoting positive behaviours, emotional wellbeing and long-term positive outcomes.

Main Duties

Supporting positive behaviour strategies.
Encouraging engagement in education and activities.
Helping young people develop emotional resilience.
Supporting social skill development.
Reducing barriers to participation and independence.
Monitoring and recording progress.
Encouraging positive decision-making.

Ideal Experience

We welcome applications from individuals with experience in:

Behaviour mentoring
SEND support
School settings
Pupil referral units (PRUs)
Residential childcare
Youth offending services
SEMH support
Autism support
Learning disabilities

Candidate Expectations

Successful applicants will demonstrate:

Strong behaviour management skills.
Positive and proactive communication.
A solution-focused approach.
Professionalism and reliability.
Understanding of safeguarding procedures.
Ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Compliance

Applicants will be required to complete:

Enhanced DBS
Reference checks
Right to Work verification
Mandatory safeguarding training
Employment history review