Behaviour Support Worker

2 months ago


Preston, United Kingdom Teaching Personnel Full time

Job Title: Behaviour Support Worker

Location: Preston, UK
Employment Type: Full-time
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience and qualifications

About the Role

We are looking for a compassionate and dedicated Behaviour Support Worker to join our team in Preston. The successful candidate will provide targeted support to children and young people who exhibit challenging behaviours, fostering a positive environment that promotes personal growth, resilience, and academic progress. This role is ideal for someone passionate about making a difference in young lives through tailored interventions and close collaboration with educational staff and families.

Key Responsibilities

  • Direct Support: Work one-on-one or in small groups with students to understand and manage behaviours, focusing on promoting positive behaviour strategies.
  • Interventions and Plans: Develop and implement individual behaviour support plans (BSPs) in collaboration with teachers, parents, and other professionals.
  • Monitoring and Reporting: Track progress on individual behaviour plans, record incidents, and maintain accurate case notes to ensure all support remains effective and relevant.
  • Collaboration: Work closely with teachers, SENCOs (Special Educational Needs Coordinators), parents, and external agencies to create a consistent support network for each student.
  • Crisis Intervention: Assist in de-escalating challenging situations, using approved techniques to ensure the safety and well-being of all involved.
  • Professional Development: Participate in training and professional development sessions to stay up-to-date with the latest behavioural support strategies and safeguarding practices.

Essential Qualifications and Skills

  • Experience: Prior experience working with children or young people, ideally in a behaviour support, social care, or educational setting.
  • Educational Background: Relevant qualifications in education, psychology, social work, or a related field are preferred.
  • Skills: Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build trust and rapport with young people, families, and colleagues.
  • Knowledge: Familiarity with behaviour management strategies and experience implementing positive behaviour interventions.
  • Resilience: Ability to remain calm and patient under pressure, particularly when dealing with challenging behaviour.
  • Team Player: Willingness to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to ensure cohesive support for students.
  • Flexibility: Willing to adapt to the needs of the students, which may involve some out-of-hours work.

Desirable Attributes

  • Training: Certification in de-escalation techniques, trauma-informed care, or other relevant behavioural support training.
  • Driving License: A valid UK driver’s license is preferred to facilitate travel between sites or off-site activities if required.

Benefits

  • Professional Development: Ongoing training opportunities and support for career progression.
  • Supportive Environment: Join a team committed to making a meaningful impact in the lives of young people.
  • Competitive Package: Salary and benefits are competitive and reflect experience and qualifications.

How to Apply

To apply, please send your CV and a cover letter detailing your experience and motivation for the role. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and early applications are encouraged.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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