Behaviour Support Worker, Wakefield

  • Location: Wakefield
  • Duration: Ongoing
  • Salary: £100 per day
  • Start date: As soon as possible
  • Job Type: Temporary
  • Sector: Additional Learning Needs (ALN)
  • Posted:

Job Description

New Directions Education is working with SEMH provisions in the Wakefield area who are recruiting a pool of passionate, supportive and proactive Behaviour Support Workers. This is an exciting opportunity for individuals who are committed to helping learners thrive both in the classroom and through outdoor learning.

We’d love to hear from candidates who:

  • Have knowledge of trauma‑informed approaches and therapeutic behaviour support
  • Are trained in Team‑Teach or other behaviour intervention methods
  • Are HLTAs, experienced TAs, or those ready to take the next step in their career

About the Role

Working as a Behaviour Support Worker is highly rewarding and varied. You will work closely with teaching staff, pastoral teams, therapists and outside agencies to promote positive behaviour strategies and support a safe, nurturing learning environment.

Your Responsibilities Will Include:

  • Providing 1:1 and small‑group support
  • Applying individual behaviour plans and management strategies
  • Using approved de‑escalation techniques (e.g., Team‑Teach)
  • Supporting emotional regulation and positive peer interactions
  • Attending multi‑agency meetings and contributing to learner reviews
  • Taking part in regular CPD, supervision and training
  • Recording and reporting behavioural or safeguarding concerns accurately

Apply Today!

All roles are subject to satisfactory references and an Enhanced DBS check.

What New Directions Education Ltd offers:

  • A dedicated and expert Account Manager
  • Regular and varied supply work
  • Competitive rates of pay
  • Potential long-term teaching roles
  • Full compliance with the Agency Workers Regulation (AWR)
  • A network of branches across the UK
  • Preferred supplier to more than 20 boroughs across the UK
  • Recommend-a-friend scheme
  • Respected reputation across the education and recruitment industry

New Directions Education Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

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