Behaviour Support Worker

Prospero Teaching Newcastle Health & Social Care



Behaviour Support Worker



Newcastle and Gateshead | £17-£20 per Hour

We are currently seeking a passionate and skilled Behaviour Support Worker to support young people with behavioural, emotional and additional learning needs.

This role focuses on promoting positive behaviours, emotional wellbeing and long-term positive outcomes.



Main Duties

  • Supporting positive behaviour strategies.
  • Encouraging engagement in education and activities.
  • Helping young people develop emotional resilience.
  • Supporting social skill development.
  • Reducing barriers to participation and independence.
  • Monitoring and recording progress.
  • Encouraging positive decision-making.


Ideal Experience

We welcome applications from individuals with experience in:

  • Behaviour mentoring
  • SEND support
  • School settings
  • Pupil referral units (PRUs)
  • Residential childcare
  • Youth offending services
  • SEMH support
  • Autism support
  • Learning disabilities


Candidate Expectations

Successful applicants will demonstrate:

  • Strong behaviour management skills.
  • Positive and proactive communication.
  • A solution-focused approach.
  • Professionalism and reliability.
  • Understanding of safeguarding procedures.
  • Ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team.


Compliance

Applicants will be required to complete:

  • Enhanced DBS
  • Reference checks
  • Right to Work verification
  • Mandatory safeguarding training
  • Employment history review

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