Behaviour Support Worker

Behaviour Support Worker

Monday to Friday | 8:30am–3:30pm | Term Time Only

£89.38 per day

Caerphilly based

1^st of September 2025 start – Full academic year

We’re helping a supportivesecondary school in Caerphilly find a Behaviour Support Worker to join their team from September. The school caters for pupils aged 11–16 with a mix of behavioural needs, including SEMH and ALN, and they’re looking for someone who’s confident, caring and up for a challenge.

Why this job matters:

This isn’t just about classroom support. It’s about being the person a young student can rely on when everything else feels overwhelming. You'll work closely with pupils in KS3 & KS4 who face challenges related to behaviour, SEMH (Social, Emotional & Mental Health), or ALN (Additional Learning Needs).

These pupils don’t need perfect. They need patient, real, steady support — someone who doesn’t give up on them when they act out. Sound like you?

What you’ll be doing:

• Supporting students 1:1 and in small groups
• Helping manage behaviour and build positive habits
• Encouraging engagement during lessons
• Supporting social skills, confidence, and emotional wellbeing
• Creating calm, structured environments where learning can happen

‍♂️Who this role would suit:

You don’t need teaching experience. You do need presence, empathy, and a sense of humour.
We’re especially keen to hear from people with experience in:

• Youth work
• Residential or care settings
• Sports coaching or mentoring
• Teaching assistant or pastoral support roles

✅ You'll thrive in this role if you:

• Stay calm in challenging situations
• Can set boundaries kindly but firmly
• Know how to build trust with young people
• Have a team-first attitude
• Are open to learning, training, and growing

Essentials:

• DBS on the Update Service (or happy to apply)
• EWC registration (we’ll help if needed)
• Provide references to cover 24 months of employment
• Reliable way to get to the school in Caerphilly

What you’ll get in return:

• Free training: Thrive training, TeamTeach, Safeguarding & more
• One-to-one support from your dedicated consultant
• MyTPWork app for easy shift & training management
• Progression routes into teaching, SEN, and behaviour specialist roles
• £50 referral bonus if you recommend a friend

Ready to get started?

You don’t need to know all the answers. Just bring the right mindset — we’ll support you with the rest.

Apply now or reach out for a friendly chat about what’s involved.

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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