Behaviour Support Specialist- Batley

Behaviour Support Worker – Primary SEMH Setting (Full-Time, Temp to Perm)
Start Date: ASAP
Location: Batley, West Yorkshire
Contract: Full-time (Monday to Friday), Temp to Perm

Do you have a passion for supporting young children and helping them navigate social, emotional, and behavioural challenges? We are recruiting for a caring and resilient Behaviour Support Worker to join a specialist primary SEMH provision in Batley, West Yorkshire on a full-time, temp-to-perm basis.

This is a rewarding opportunity to support children aged 5–11 with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, helping them to develop emotional regulation, build positive relationships, and access learning in a safe and nurturing environment.

About the School

This specialist provision supports pupils aged 5–11 with SEMH needs and additional complexities, including Autism. The school provides a nurturing, structured, and trauma-informed environment, where children are supported to feel safe, develop trust, and build the foundations for successful learning and social development.

The setting places a strong emphasis on routine, consistency, and positive relationships, recognising the importance of early intervention in helping children understand and manage their emotions.

The Role

As a Behaviour Support Worker, you will:

Support pupils on a 1:1 and small group basis
Help manage and de-escalate behaviour using calm, consistent, and nurturing approaches
Build positive and trusting relationships with young children
Support pupils in understanding and regulating their emotions through age-appropriate strategies
Use play-based and structured activities to support engagement and learning
Work closely with teaching staff and therapists to deliver individualised support plans
Assist in the classroom and during playtimes, transitions, and routines
Contribute to behaviour plans and pastoral support strategies

A key part of this role involves recognising and responding to early signs of distress and trauma-related behaviours, supporting children to feel safe and develop healthy coping strategies.

Requirements

Experience working with children, ideally within SEMH, SEN, or behavioural support (education, care, youth work, or similar)
Strong behaviour management and de-escalation skills appropriate for younger children
A patient, nurturing, and resilient approach
Understanding of trauma-informed practice (or willingness to learn)
Ability to build strong, professional relationships with primary-aged pupils
A positive team player with a proactive attitude

What’s on Offer

Full-time role (Monday to Friday)
Temp-to-perm opportunity
Supportive and experienced staff team
Ongoing training and development, including SEMH and trauma-informed approaches
Opportunity to make a meaningful difference during a critical stage of child development

Why Apply?

This role is ideal for someone passionate about early intervention and supporting young children to thrive. You will play a vital role in helping pupils build emotional resilience, develop social skills, and create a positive foundation for their future.

Apply Now

If you’re ready to start ASAP and are looking for a meaningful, long-term role within a supportive primary SEMH setting, we’d love to hear from you.