Behaviour Support Worker

Do you possess the resilience and determination to support young people in overcoming challenges and achieving their full potential?

Job title: Behaviour Support Worker
Location: Compton, Chichester
Salary: £12.82 - £14.72 Per Hour (Depending on experience)
Start: Immediate
Contract: Full-time/Part-time

GSL Education are seeking an empathetic and dedicated Behaviour Support Worker to join a nurturing school in Compton, Chichester. This pivotal role is ideal for someone passionate about supporting students who face behavioural challenges, ensuring they can access their education in a safe, inclusive and supportive environment.

About The Role:

As a Behaviour Support Worker, you will provide tailored support to students who may face social, emotional and behavioural difficulties. Working closely with teachers, pastoral staff and other professionals, your focus will be on fostering positive behaviour, emotional resilience and academic engagement.

Responsibilities of Behaviour Support Worker:

• Offer one-to-one and group support to students, addressing their specific behavioural and emotional needs.
• Assist in the development and implementation of Behaviour Support Plans (BSPs) and individualised strategies.
• Promote positive behaviour management techniques and provide de-escalation support where required.
• Build trusting relationships with students, acting as a mentor and role model.
• Collaborate with teachers, parents and external agencies to ensure holistic support for each student.
• Maintain detailed records of interventions and progress, contributing to assessments and reports.

The successful candidate will:

• Prior experience in supporting young people with behavioural challenges is highly advantageous.
• A relevant qualification in education, psychology, social work, or a related field is desirable.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build rapport quickly.
• A calm, patient and non-judgemental approach to challenging situations.
• Have an updated CV (covering the last ten years barring any unexplained gaps) and an enhanced DBS registered to the Update Service (or be willing to apply for one).

If you are a dedicated individual with a passion for supporting students with autism, GSL Education would be delighted to have you on board. Join us as a Behaviour Support Worker in Bournemouth and help create brighter futures for young learners.

Why Choose GSL Education?

• Reflecting your skills and dedication to making a difference.
• Access to specialised training and career development opportunities.
• Collaborate with a team of education professionals who share your vision.
• Opportunities to suit your schedule and career aspirations.
• Play a crucial role in transforming the lives of young people.

Join Us Today!

We welcome applications from all applicants who feel that they can add value to an already flourishing department and play a vital role in shaping the educational journeys of students. If you are a compassionate, enthusiastic individual with a passion for supporting pupils, we would love to hear from you.

Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks; including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service, or completing an application for a new check.

As an ethical, inclusive and independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools across the UK.

For more information or to register your interest inthe ‘Behaviour Support Worker’ role,or to be considered, please click ‘apply now’ to submit your full and up-to-date CV and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch.