£110-£120 per day | Primary & Secondary SEMH School | Orpington Area
Start Date: ASAP
We are seeking an experienced Behaviour Support Worker to join a specialist SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health) school in the Orpington area. This is a contract position supporting pupils across both primary and secondary phases who present challenging behaviour.
About the Role
Provide 1:1 and small‑group behaviour support
Implement de-escalation strategies and behaviour management plans
Work closely with teachers, SENCOs and pastoral leads
Support pupils with SEMH needs to engage positively in learning
Help create a safe, structured and encouraging environment
What We're Looking For
Essential: Experience working with challenging behaviour (SEMH, PRU, youth work, residential, or similar)
Strong resilience, patience and a calm approach
Ability to build trusting relationships with pupils
Confident using behaviour strategies and de-escalation techniques
Available to start ASAP
Benefits
Competitive daily rate: £110-£120
Supportive school team
Ongoing professional development opportunitiesIf you have the experience and passion to support young people with additional needs, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply now to be considered for an immediate start.
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION
All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
You must have legal right to work in the UK
You must be willing to attend a registration interviewVeritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.
Disclaimer
'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community
Salary description
£110.00 - £120.00 per day