Behaviour Support Worker

GUARDIAN SELECTION LIMITED; Weymouth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job description

Job Title: Behaviour Support Worker
Location: Weymouth
Salary: £13.68 - £16.12 per hour (Depending on experience)
Start: Immediate
Contract: Full-time, Permanent

Do you have a passion for guiding and uplifting students, helping them unlock their true potential?

GSL Education are excited to invite a dedicated and compassionate Behaviour Support Worker to join a supportive and inclusive school in Weymouth!

About the role: As a Behaviour Support Worker, you will play a pivotal role in implementing behaviour management strategies and supporting students in achieving their educational goals.

Responsibilities:

• Implement behaviour support plans (BSPs) from teachers and the SENCO to manage challenging behaviours consistently and effectively.
• Provide one-on-one or small group support to students with behavioural challenges, helping them understand and manage their emotions and actions in different situations.
• Create a positive and inclusive learning environment by encouraging and reinforcing good behaviour and social skills among students.
• Work closely with teachers, the SENCO, and outside professionals to develop and review behaviour strategies that meet each student's needs.
• Keep track of student behaviour and progress, maintaining clear records and sharing feedback with teachers and parents/guardians when needed.
• Assist teachers in keeping a productive learning space by using proactive strategies and providing support during lessons.

Requirements:

• Experience working with students who have behavioural challenges in schools or similar environments.
• Knowledge of behaviour management techniques and strategies.
• Empathy, patience, and resilience to support students in managing their behaviour and emotions effectively.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills to work well with students, staff, and parents/guardians.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team, helping to create a positive school community.
• Have an updated CV and an enhanced DBS registered to the update service (or be willing to apply for one).

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.

If you are an enthusiastic and compassionate Behaviour Support Worker ready to inspire and support students in their learning journey, we encourage you to apply and join our client school in Weymouth!

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 in the 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.