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Are you calm under pressure, even in the most challenging situations?
Do you have experience working with students with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs?
Are you looking for a role where you can genuinely make a daily impact?
About the role
The school is looking for a dedicated and resilient Behaviour Support Worker to join a vibrant and inclusive secondary school in Leeds, starting as soon as possible. This full-time position is ideal for someone with a background in supporting students with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs and a passion for restorative approaches to behaviour and learning.
About the school
This school is proud to serve a diverse and dynamic student population, many of whom face barriers to learning due to SEMH needs, trauma, or socio-economic challenges. Staff are united by a shared belief that relationships, structure and support are the foundations for success. You'll be joining a school that invests in training, values staff well-being, and has a clear and consistent behaviour policy that empowers support workers and teachers alike.
Requirements:
- Relevant experience working with young people in a behavioural or pastoral role
- Experience supporting SEMH students in a school or alternative provision
- Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to apply for one)
- Eligibility to work in the UK.
Essential Skills and Qualities:
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong behaviour management and de-escalation techniques
- Empathy and emotional intelligence
- Resilience and the ability to work under pressure
- Positive and proactive mindset
- Ability to remain calm in challenging situations
Key Responsibilities:
- Work one-to-one with students displaying challenging behaviours.
- Support students in regulating their emotions and behaviours.
- Intervene during behavioural incidents and apply de-escalation techniques.
- Supervise students in the inclusion or isolation room.
- Provide classroom support to reduce disruption and maintain a calm environment.
- Monitor behaviour logs and report safeguarding concerns.
- Offer structured time-out support to students in need of a break from class.
- Attend and contribute to the pastoral team and safeguarding meetings.
- Provide lunch and break time supervision, particularly for vulnerable students.
- Maintain accurate records of incidents and interventions.
- Work closely with the SENCO and Inclusion Manager to support EHCP outcomes.
- Communicate regularly with parents and carers regarding progress or concerns.
What We Offer:
- A supportive, collaborative working environment.
- Opportunities for career progression and ongoing professional development.
- The chance to make a significant impact on the lives of students.
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- A Refer a Friend scheme where you could earn a £300 Love2shop voucher (subject to terms and conditions).
If you're ready to be a trusted adult, a calm presence, and a relentless advocate for students who need you most, we want to hear from you.Click "Apply Now" to submit your application for the role of a Behaviour Support worker. For more information, please contact or call to speak to the secondary team.
