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Behaviour Support WorkerNewcastle and Gateshead | £17-£20 per HourWe 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 ExperienceWe 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 ExpectationsSuccessful 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.
ComplianceApplicants will be required to complete:
*Enhanced DBS
*Reference checks
*Right to Work verification
*Mandatory safeguarding training
*Employment history review