Are you passionate about making a difference to the lives of young people?
New Directions Education is currently recruiting a dedicated and resilient Behaviour Support Worker to work on a full-time basis within specialist SEND and SEMH provisions across Leeds. This rewarding role is ideal for individuals who are committed to supporting children and young people to overcome barriers to learning, develop positive behaviours, and achieve their full potential.
Working within specialist educational settings, you will play a key role in helping students who may experience social, emotional, mental health, or additional learning needs to successfully engage with education and build confidence both inside and outside the classroom.
The Role
As a Behaviour Support Worker, you will:
Support students with SEND and SEMH needs on a one-to-one and small group basis
Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils to encourage engagement and participation
Implement behaviour support strategies in line with individual student needs
Assist with emotional regulation and conflict resolution
Support teachers and other professionals in creating a safe and inclusive learning environment
Promote positive behaviour, resilience, and personal development
Help students develop social skills, confidence, and independence
What We’re Looking For
The successful candidate will have:
Previous experience working with children or young people in a support, behaviour, care, youth work, SEND, or SEMH setting
Strong behaviour management and relationship-building skills
A calm, patient, and empathetic approach
The ability to remain positive and resilient in challenging situations
Excellent communication and teamwork skills
A genuine passion for supporting vulnerable young people
Experience within education is desirable, but candidates with transferable skills from sectors such as youth work, residential care, mental health support, sports coaching, or community-based roles are also encouraged to apply.
Apply Today
If you are a compassionate and proactive individual looking for a rewarding role within SEND and SEMH education, we would love to hear from you.
Join New Directions Education and help empower young people to overcome challenges, build confidence, and achieve success.
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.