Behaviour Support Worker – SEMH School

Location: Bradford, BD10
Pay: £95–£100 per day
Contract: Full-Time | Long-Term | Temp-to-Perm
Start Date: ASAP

Are you an experienced Behaviour Support Worker, SEMH Teaching Assistant, Youth Worker or Learning Mentor looking to make a difference to vulnerable young people?

We are recruiting a Behaviour Support Worker for a specialist school in Bradford (BD10), supporting pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, challenging behaviours, trauma and additional learning needs.

We are looking for someone who understands that behaviour is a form of communication and can build positive relationships with young people who may struggle in mainstream education.

The Role

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with SEMH needs and challenging behaviours.

• Build positive, trusting relationships with vulnerable young people.

• Support pupils with emotional regulation, behaviour management and engagement in learning.

• Use de-escalation, restorative approaches and positive behaviour strategies.

• Manage challenging situations, including verbal aggression, emotional dysregulation and potentially physical behaviours.

• Work alongside teaching and pastoral staff to support pupils’ individual needs.

What We’re Looking For

• Experience supporting children or young people with SEMH, Autism, ADHD, trauma or challenging behaviour.

• Confidence managing challenging situations and using de-escalation strategies.

• A calm, resilient and patient approach.

• Strong relationship-building and communication skills.

• An understanding of trauma-informed practice and positive behaviour support.

Desirable: Team Teach, PRICE, CPI or similar behaviour management training.

We also welcome applications from:

• Residential Children’s Support Workers

• Youth Workers / Youth Justice Workers

• Behaviour Mentors / Pastoral Workers

• SEND Teaching Assistants

• Mental Health Support Workers

Previous school experience is not essential if you have relevant experience supporting vulnerable young people.

What We Offer

• £95–£100 per day

• Full-time, long-term opportunity

• Potential temp-to-perm progression

• Ongoing training and professional development

• Dedicated consultant support

Apply Today

If you’re passionate about supporting vulnerable young people, managing challenging behaviours and helping pupils re-engage with education, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now with your CV for an immediate start in Bradford (BD10)!