Behaviour Support Worker - Tendring

Behaviour Support Worker - Tendring Secondary School
Location: Tendring, Essex
Contract: Full-time / Term time only
Salary: Competitive, based on experience
Start date: ASAP

Are you passionate about making a real difference in young peoples lives?
We are looking for a dedicated, patient and proactive Behaviour Support Mentor to join our pastoral team at a thriving secondary school in Tendring. This is a vital role supporting students to overcome barriers, improve behaviour, and succeed both academically and socially.

About the Role
As a Behaviour Support worker, you will:
Work closely with students who require additional behavioural, emotional or social support
Build positive, trusting relationships to help pupils make better choices
Provide 1:1 and small group mentoring sessions
Support the development and delivery of behaviour improvement strategies
Assist in managing behaviour incidents, restorative conversations and reintegration plans
Liaise with teaching staff, pastoral teams and external agencies where appropriate
Help maintain a calm, safe and inclusive school environment

About You
Were looking for someone who is:
Calm, empathetic and confident when dealing with challenging situations
Able to build strong relationships with young people
Skilled in de-escalation, communication and positive behaviour management
Resilient, proactive and committed to supporting the schools behaviour ethos
Experienced in working with children or young people (school experience preferred but not essential)

What We Offer
A supportive, friendly and experienced pastoral team
Opportunities for training and professional development
A rewarding role where every day makes a difference
A positive school community where staff wellbeing is valued

How to Apply
Please submit your CV to (url removed)

We warmly welcome applications from candidates with experience in youth work, education, counselling, mentoring or SEMH support.